Our researchers explore innovative ways to conduct surveys, increase respondent participation, reduce costs, and improve accuracy. They analyze the data we collect and uncover trends that give us a deeper understanding of our complex society.
Working Papers
Advanced Technologies Adoption and Use by U.S. Firms: Evidence from the Annual Business Survey
This paper looks at firm adoption of various business technologies, including AI and Robotics, by U.S. firms from the 2018 Annual Business Survey.
The Children of HOPE VI Demolitions: National Evidence on Labor Market Outcomes
We study how the demolition of 160 public housing projects—funded by the HOPE VI program—affected the adult labor market outcomes of resident children.
Business Dynamics on American Indian Reservations: Evidence from Longitudinal Datasets
We study business dynamics by location on American Indian reservations, and find reservation establishments survive longer than those in comparable counties.
Datasets
2016 Planning Database
View and download the 2016 Planning Database.
2015 Planning Database
View and download the 2015 Planning Database.
2014 Planning Database
View and download the 2014 Planning Database.
Tables
Business Application Data Tables
The Business Formation Statistics (BFS) provide quarterly data on business applications and business formations by state and nationwide
Business Formation Data Tables
The Business Formation Statistics (BFS) provide quarterly data on business applications and business formations by state and nationwide.
BDS Firm & Establishment Characteristics Data Tables
The BDS uses longitudinal information on firms and establishments to generate measures of business dynamics and job flows.
Publications
Center for Economic Studies Research Report: 2019
The annual report of the Center for Economic Studies, 2019.
Annual Report (FY 2020) Center for Statistical Research & Methodology
Highlights of the many activities and results in which Center for Statistical Research and Methodology researchers made contributions during FY 2020.
CES and Research Data Centers Research Report: 2018
The annual report of the Center for Economic Studies and the Research Data Centers, 2018.