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There were 4 million enslaved people counted in the 1860 census. That dropped to zero in the 1870 count.

Explore data from the first nine censuses, showing how the number of slaves changed across states.

USAFacts · Jun 18, 2021

There were 4 million enslaved people counted in the 1860 census. That dropped to zero in the 1870 count.

Explore data from the first nine censuses, showing how the number of slaves changed across states.

USAFacts · Jun 18, 2021

State-level laws and statutes affecting transgender Americans

Hate crime laws in 21 states and Washington, DC, explicitly protect victims targeted due to actual or perceived gender expression or gender identity. Explore and learn about which states are considering bills that affect transgender people.

USAFacts · Jun 17, 2021

Right to carry gun laws: Explained

The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution provides the right to bear arms, but gun laws vary by state.

USAFacts · Jun 10, 2021

Over one-third of Americans live in areas lacking mental health professionals

While the pandemic has exacerbated underlying mental health issues like anxiety and depression for many Americans, barriers to receiving mental health care have existed for years. In some states, over 80% of the population lives in a mental health professional shortage area.

USAFacts · Jun 9, 2021

Over one-third of Americans live in areas lacking mental health professionals

While the pandemic has exacerbated underlying mental health issues like anxiety and depression for many Americans, barriers to receiving mental health care have existed for years. In some states, over 80% of the population lives in a mental health professional shortage area.

USAFacts · Jun 9, 2021

Six charts about COVID-19 vaccines: 24% of Americans 12 to 17 have started their vaccinations

More than half of Americans have received at least one vaccine dose, but the number of new recipients dropped 71% from an April high.

USAFacts · Jun 4, 2021

Six charts about COVID-19 vaccines: 24% of Americans 12 to 17 have started their vaccinations

More than half of Americans have received at least one vaccine dose, but the number of new recipients dropped 71% from an April high.

USAFacts · Jun 4, 2021

Anxiety and depression levels are the lowest since the pandemic began

As of May 24, 30% of adults reported anxiety or depression symptoms. That is down from a peak of 43% in November of last year.

USAFacts · Jun 2, 2021

Anxiety and depression levels are the lowest since the pandemic began

As of May 24, 30% of adults reported anxiety or depression symptoms. That is down from a peak of 43% in November of last year.

USAFacts · Jun 2, 2021