Compendium of the Tenth Census (June 1, 1880) is a detailed reference that compiles the United States' manufacturing, mining, and occupational data from the 1880 census.
This official edition presents a wide array of tables and statistics designed for researchers, policymakers, and history buffs who want a precise snapshot of the era’s economy and society.
This edition covers topics such as manufacturing by state and industry, power used in production, and the special statistics for principal industries. It also includes data on railroads, steam craft, canals, and telegraphs, along with detailed occupation figures by age, sex, nativity, and region. Additional sections explore Alaska, fisheries, foreign parentage, and other demographic and economic indicators, all organized for easy reference.
What you’ll experience:
- Comprehensive manufacturing statistics by state, industry, and year
- In-depth power usage and production details across sectors
- Focused industry statistics, including textiles, metal works, and more
- Broad demographic data on occupations, nativity, and population by region
Ideal for researchers, librarians, students, and readers with an interest in late 19th‑century American industry, demography, and economic history.