National Bureau of Statistics of China, China's principal government institution in charge of statistics and census data
The National Bureau of Statistics of China is a government agency reporting directly to the State Council and located on Yuetan South Street in Beijing's Xicheng district. It employs approximately 535 staff members across 18 main departments that gather and analyze data on population, industry, agriculture, and prices.
The bureau was established in 1952 to structure China's modern statistical work and has grown into a comprehensive data collection institution. Since 1955, it has also operated China Statistics Press, a publishing house producing reports and manuals on economic and social data.
The bureau's name reflects its role as a central information hub for the nation. Staff members work visibly on organizing economic and social data that helps inform public policy and national planning.
The bureau occupies a formal administrative building with straightforward architecture reflecting its official function and is not designed as a tourist destination. Its online database and website provide access to reports and statistics in both Chinese and English, making research information available without requiring a physical visit.
The bureau's archive holds non-digitalized publications and historical documents that require an in-person visit with identification for access. This physical collection makes the organization a key research resource for accessing older and specialized statistical materials.
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