Survey content

SLID collects data on a wide range of topics. Some are inherently “dynamic”, involving transitions and spells, while others have important explanatory value.

The content themes are summarized in Figure 2. For a quick reference list of variables, please refer to the links below:

• labour
• income and wealth
• education
• personal characteristics
• sample control

For more detailed information on survey variables, refer to the SLID electronic data dictionary

Figure 2. Organization of SLID content