- DeWitt Library
- DeWitt Library Research Guides
- BUS 210: New Venture Innovation
- Other Sources of Data
BUS 210: New Venture Innovation
State & Local Data
- Census Builder BuilderA tool using Census data to help learn more about building small businesses in communities.
- State Data CenterThe State Data Center of Iowa is your source for population, housing, business and government statistics about Iowa, including data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Iowa state agencies, and other state and federal sources.
Market Information
- Explore Census DataAn official site of the US Census Bureau offering population, housing, economic, and geographic statistics.
- US Census Business and Industry DataIndustry and business reports current as of 2012.
Labor Information
- US Bureau of Labor Statistics - Industries at a Glance100 industries with up-to-date data.
Economic Development: Area Cities
Look for a city's economic development division to see what information they have available.
Gathering Data
You may want to gather some other information as well:
- Interviews with existing businesspeople or business owners
- Visits to look at prices
- Surveys to gather consumer habits