Stata
Statistical analysis software
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$160 per year
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What is Stata
Stata is a statistical analysis software package used for data management, statistical modeling, and reproducible reporting. It is commonly used by researchers, economists, epidemiologists, and analysts for tasks such as regression, panel/longitudinal analysis, survival analysis, and causal inference workflows. The product combines a point-and-click interface with a command language and supports extensibility through user-written packages. Stata is distributed as a desktop application with licensing options for individual and organizational use.
Strong econometrics and panel tools
Stata includes a broad set of built-in procedures for regression modeling, panel/longitudinal data, time series, and survival analysis. Its command syntax and post-estimation framework support iterative model building and diagnostics. These capabilities align well with academic and applied research workflows that require transparent model specification and repeatability.
Reproducible, scriptable workflows
Stata’s do-files enable analysts to capture data preparation and analysis steps in a single, auditable script. The software supports logging and structured output that can be incorporated into reporting processes. This approach helps teams standardize analyses and reduce reliance on manual GUI steps.
Integrated data management features
Stata provides built-in tools for importing, cleaning, reshaping, merging, and labeling datasets. It supports common file formats and offers utilities for handling missing data patterns and variable transformations. For many statistical projects, these features reduce the need to move data between separate preparation and analysis tools.
Licensing can be restrictive
Stata is proprietary software and typically requires paid licenses, which can be a barrier for some organizations and students. License types and feature availability can vary by edition, affecting collaboration across teams with different entitlements. Budgeting and procurement may be more complex than with tools that offer broader free tiers.
Less BI-style interactivity
While Stata produces charts and tables, it is not primarily designed for interactive dashboards or enterprise BI distribution. Sharing interactive visual analytics often requires exporting results or using additional tools. Teams focused on self-service visualization and broad stakeholder consumption may find the workflow less direct.
Learning curve for advanced use
Although a GUI is available, many advanced workflows depend on the command language and understanding Stata’s data model and syntax. Users transitioning from spreadsheet-centric analysis may need training to work efficiently. Complex automation and package-based extensions also require comfort with scripting and version management.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stata Prof+ Plan — Stata/BE (annual) | $160 / annual | Faculty/staff single-user discounted annual license (proof of affiliation required). |
| Stata Prof+ Plan — Stata/SE (annual) | $250 / annual | Faculty/staff single-user discounted annual license. |
| Stata Prof+ Plan — Stata/MP 2-core (annual) | $360 / annual | Faculty/staff single-user discounted annual license. |
| Stata Prof+ Plan — Stata/MP 4-core (annual) | $510 / annual | Faculty/staff single-user discounted annual license. |
| Stata Prof+ Plan — Stata/MP 6-core (annual) | $615 / annual | Faculty/staff single-user discounted annual license. |
| Stata Prof+ Plan — Stata/MP 8-core (annual) | $720 / annual | Faculty/staff single-user discounted annual license. |
| StataNow / Annual example — Stata/MP 4-core | $995.00 (annual) | Example price shown in the shopping cart on the Order Stata page (US). Actual annual pricing varies by edition/core count and country. |
| Single-user (general: annual "StataNow" or perpetual) | Quote request / not listed publicly | Stata offers both annual (StataNow) and perpetual licenses; many single-user, educational, business, network, and site prices require requesting a quote or selecting country in the online order flow. |
| Educational & Volume/Network/Site licenses | Quote request / not listed publicly | Educational and volume/network/site pricing is available but the official site directs customers to request a quote or view pricing after selecting country. |
| Maintenance (perpetual licenses) | Price varies (renewal) | Perpetual licenses include 1 year of maintenance; renewals and maintenance pricing are documented but require specific order context. |
Seller details
StataCorp LLC
College Station, Texas, USA
1985
Private
https://www.stata.com/
https://x.com/stata
https://www.linkedin.com/company/statacorp/
