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Acreage Administrative Records Data Research for the American Community Survey
Acreage Administrative Records Data Research for the American Community Survey
Introduction
The U.S. Census Bureau has a long history of using administrative records (AR) data to provide quality information about the U.S. population and economy. These data have been used for decades to produce population estimates and projections. With decreasing survey response rates and increasing needs for data, programs are researching ways to tap into data from AR sources. The Census Bureau is actively looking for ways to use AR data to enhance the American Community Survey (ACS) to reduce the burden placed on our respondents, improve data quality, and create blended data products to meet data user needs.
This report evaluates available AR data for acreage and outlines a method to use the data in ACS production. Using that method, we simulated replacing survey data with AR data and compared results to the current production method that strictly uses survey responses. Because of the favorable research results, the ACS program will begin using AR data for acreage, following the method outlined in the report, beginning in the 2024 ACS data year.
Others in Series
Working Paper
Differences in ACS and 2010 Census Occupancy Status - Sampling Frame
Overview of differences between the 2010 Census universe of housing units and 2010 ACS housing unit sampling frame, related to occupancy status discrepancies.
Working Paper
Respondent Device Analysis for the Internet Instrument on the American Community Survey
This report discusses the analysis on the device types used to respond using the internet instrument for the American Community Survey.
Working Paper
2018 ACS Mail Materials Test Report
Learn about an evaluation of messaging in the 2018 ACS mail materials and recommendations for improving the messaging.
Page Last Revised - December 14, 2023
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