Guides: Religious Studies: Demographics

Demographics and Population Analysis

Religions in Canada
Data on religion from Canadian geographic areas. Data are available for various levels of geography and include percentage change (1991-2001) and median age, along with religion by immigrant status and period of immigration.
Religions in Canada : 2001 Census Analysis
Detailed analysis of 2001 Census of Population data released in 2003.
South Asians in Canada : Unity Through Diversity
An analytical report on the ethnic backgrounds and religious affiliations of South Asians based on data from the 2002 Ethnic Diversity Study.
Ethnic Diversity Survey: Portrait of a Multicultural Society
One time study undertaken by Statistics Canada in 2002.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Statistics on religious bodies in the U.S. and internationally. Data varies by location.
more...less...
Figures for U.S. denominations in the U.S. can be had at the state, county, and zip code level for 1980, 1990, and 2000 while profiles for the entire denomination can include more historic data. Statistics on religious adherents are available for entire countries along with various socio-economic measures. GIS Maps are available, and it is possible to cross-reference geographies with practices. Downloadable datasets allow users to work with data independently of the site. A research-oriented site, the ARDA includes much information of use to educators, journalists, religious workers, and the general public.
Statistics Canada: Religion
Statistics Canada summary information reflecting "the number and distribution of people belonging to religious denominations and faiths. Attendance at religious services, attitudes about the importance of one’s religious beliefs and spirituality, charitable donations to religious institutions, and the activities of religious non-profit and voluntary organizations are also included."