Consumer behavior

Mintel Academic This link opens in a new window
A comprehensive resource full of reports on current issues in a wide array of domestic and international markets.
Statista This link opens in a new window
A data aggregation and research platform covering worldwide markets, industries, and societal topics. Data is compiled from private and public sources aggregated from North American, Europe, and Asia.
Insider Intelligence This link opens in a new window
Provides market data, trends, statistics, and analysis on the Internet, e-business, online marketing, media, and emerging technologies.
Claritas 360 This link opens in a new window
Application for measuring consumer demand and evaluating locations and markets in order to develop effective marketing strategies and messages.

Demographics & Statistics

DataUSA
The most comprehensive website and visualization engine of public U.S. Government data.
Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service: Demographics Research Center
Creates population estimates that are used throughout Virginia for decision-making and fund allocation
Pew Research Center
A nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world.