Library Guides: MGMT 479 (Sandberg): Consumer Spending

Basic U.S. Data

Consumer Expenditure Survey
Provides information on the buying habits of American consumers, such as:
-data on expenditures
-income
-consumer unit characteristics
State and County QuickFacts
Quick access to overall retail and wholesale statistics by state, county, or city.
Statistical Abstract of the United States
Chapter on consumer expenditures by:
-major types
-metropolitan area
-income level
-race
-religion

Census Data from data.census.gov This link opens in a new window
New platform for centralized access to data and digital content from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Mintel Reports Database This link opens in a new window
-Consumer usage & types and attitudes & behaviors is in the 'Consumer' section of the industry reports
Passport This link opens in a new window
Note: Must always click on 'Accept' first
-Consumer spending statistics by country for specific product categories.
Tip: Under COUNTRIES & CONSUMERS, look under 'Consumer Trends & Lifestyles' and 'Income & Expenditure'
Mergent Intellect This link opens in a new window
Find company and industry reports as well as demographic and consumer lifestyle data.
Statista This link opens in a new window
Wide range of statistics including consumer behavior, markets, industries, countries and trend forecasts.
Business Source Complete This link opens in a new window
Datamonitor industry reports contain spending by country for an industry