Statistics and Reports

This page contains recent work from the Center for Analytics, Research & Development, and Data (CARDD) and colleagues across the UCC. Below you will find our annual Statistical Profile, Yearbook and Directory, research reports on a variety of topics, 11 Year History reports, UCC contributions to Faith Communities Today (FACT) – a multi-faith collaboration studying religious life in the United States, and other reports from around the UCC.


Statistical Profile

The Statistical Profiles highlight trends in United Church of Christ congregations, ministers, and finances through tables, graphs, and commentary.

Latest Statistical Profile

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  • 2023 Statistical Profile (PDF) A new version, including additional Special Reports from the Open and Affirming Coalition and United Church Funds, will be available in March 2024. Please return to download the updated version.
  • 2023 Power Point file will be available in early 2024

2023 Yearbook and Directory Statistics

The UCC Yearbook and Directory contains annual data from our churches, as well as a directory listing of Clergy, Conferences, Associations, and other organizations related to the UCC.


Research Reports

This section contains CARDD-produced reports that expand upon or exceed the topics covered by annual projects such as the Yearbook or Statistical Profile. Common topics include church vitality and trends in ministry.


11 Year History Reports

 Eleven Year Reports contain membership and financial data for the conference noted. These reports contain data for the previous 11 years.


Faith Communities Today (FACT) Reports

FACT is a research project with members representing more than 25 faith groups and dedicated to the study of congregational life. Since 2000, FACT has conducted regular surveys to understand spiritual, financial, demographic, and other trends shaping the religious landscape. The report below represents the most recent UCC contribution to the project.

FACT 2023 – United Church of Christ: Study Findings and Comparisons


Reports From Around the UCC

This section contains reports from UCC offices and organizations beyond CARDD.

Questions?

For questions, please contact CARDD at research@ucc.org.