ISU Federal Statistical Research Data Center
About
The Iowa Federal Statistical Research Data Center (FSRDC), which opened in September 2025, provides qualified users in Iowa and neighboring states with secure access to a wide range of restricted-use federal datasets available through the U.S. Census Bureau’s FSRDC Program. The Iowa FSRDC operates as part of the Central Plains FSRDC, a partnership between Iowa State University and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Location
The Iowa FSRDC is located in 382 Heady Hall on the ISU Campus.
Contact us
Researchers interested in learning more and conducting research at the Iowa FSRDC should contact fsrdc@iastate.edu.
FSRDC Introduction Video
This video offers a short introduction to the Census Bureau’s FSRDC Program.
Resources
Browse for data available through the FSRDC system and check out the Center's presentations.