About the Data

How the Data are Calculated

In most cases, data values are taken directly from original sources. When these sources provide raw numbers (for example, alcohol related car crashes from WYDOT), data are converted into rates using state or local Census Bureau population data.

Data Limitations

The information presented here is assembled from various sources that provide comprehensive results on a range of social problems. We encourage you to visit the website of each data source and consider the methods and limitations of each source.