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US State Literacy & Population Snapshot 2017
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Provides a quick look at literacy rates and population estimates for US states, including Washington DC, specifically focusing on the year 2017. This simple dataset combines average literacy scores taken over the period 2012–2017 with 2017 population estimates from Census data. It serves as a decent snapshot in time for comparing state-level literacy performance against population size, with the national average literacy score noted as 264. This data allows for initial analysis into potential correlations.
Columns
- State: The name of the US state or territory, encompassing 51 unique values.
- Lit_A: The average literacy rate score derived over the period 2012–2017. Scores range from 252 (minimum) to 279 (maximum), with an overall mean of 267.
- POP_EST: The population estimate for 2017, sourced from Census data. These estimates range from approximately 579 thousand (579k) up to 39.4 million (39.4m).
Distribution
The data is contained within a single file named LITERACY_AND_POP_V2.csv. It is a small dataset, measuring 1.27 kB, structured with 3 columns and 51 records.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for exploratory data analysis seeking to identify relationships or disparities between state population size and literacy performance. It can be used for benchmarking state performance against the national average literacy score of 264 or for foundational exercises in correlation analysis.
Coverage
The data covers all US states plus Washington DC (51 total entries). The time scope blends an average literacy rate over the years 2012–2017 with population estimates specific to 2017. All data is presented at the state-level aggregate.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Students: Practicing introductory statistical analysis or data visualisation.
- Researchers: Conducting quick benchmarking exercises related to state education metrics.
- Policy Analysts: Reviewing how population metrics might influence educational outcomes.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- US State Literacy & Population Snapshot 2017
- State Literacy Benchmarks and 2017 Population Estimates
- US Literacy and Population Estimates
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Original Data Source: US State Literacy & Population Snapshot 2017
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