The U.S. Census Bureau has posted anticipated release dates for each regular and recurring statistical product scheduled for release in 2023. These products are listed in the U.S. Census Bureau’s online product calendar, which is updated as needed throughout the year.

National Advisory Committee 2023 Virtual Spring Meeting

The U.S. Census Bureau will host the National Advisory Committee Spring Meeting May 4-5. The committee will address policy, research and technical issues relating to a full range of Census Bureau programs and activities, including the decennial census, demographic and economic statistical programs, field operations and information technology. For more information visit <https://www.census.gov/about/cac/nac/meetings/2023-05-meeting.html>.

2020 Census

Census Bureau Releases 2020 Census Apportionment Brief

The U.S. Census Bureau is set to release the 2020 Census Apportionment Brief, which covers 2020 Census population results used to determine each state’s share of congressional seats for the next decade until the 2030 Census. This report provides context of trends in congressional apportionment, makeup of the apportionment population, distribution of seats among the states and the method used for calculation. (Tentatively scheduled for release in May.)

Demographic and Housing Characteristics File (DHC) and Demographic Profile

These 2020 Census data products provide demographic and housing characteristics of local communities. The final list of tables, table shells and lowest level of geography by table for the DHC and Demographic Profile are available in the 2020 Census DHC and Demographic Profile Data Table Guide. The technical documentation is available on the Decennial Census Technical Documentation webpage. (Scheduled for embargo starting May 23; for public release May 25.)

American Community Survey

Employment and Labor Force Characteristics of Same-Sex and Opposite-Sex Married Householders and Their Spouses

The Census Bureau will release an updated table package, Employment and Labor Force Characteristics for Same-Sex and Opposite-Sex Married Householders and Their Spouses, with statistics from the 2021 American Community Survey. Data are available at the national and state levels and for 15 selected metropolitan areas. Statistics include key employment, labor force and work status statistics broken down by race and Hispanic origin for same-sex and opposite-sex spouses. (Tentatively scheduled for released in May/June.)

Census Bureau Releases New Report About Persistent Poverty

The Census Bureau will release a new report about persistent poverty at both county and subcounty geographies. To identify counties in persistent poverty, this report incorporates poverty estimates from the 1990 and 2000 Censuses and the 2005–2009 and 2015-2019 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Persistent poverty is different from and should not be confused with chronic poverty. Chronic poverty identifies individuals and families consistently in poverty over time; persistent poverty in this report focuses on geographic locations that had high poverty rates for an extended time. (Tentatively scheduled for release May 8.)

Demographic

2022 Voting and Registration

The U.S. Census Bureau will release new data on voting and registration from the 2022 Current Population Survey November Voting and Registration supplement. These data provide information on method of voting, reasons for not participating in elections and demographics of voters. The statistics presented are based on responses to survey inquiries about whether individuals were registered and/or voted in specific national elections. (Tentatively scheduled for release May 2.)

Total Population Estimates for Incorporated Places and Minor Civil Divisions; Housing Unit Estimates for the Nation, States and Counties; Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Areas

Internet tables and detailed downloadable files will show annual population estimates for cities and towns, to include incorporated places and minor civil divisions, along with nation, state and county housing unit estimates as of July 1, 2022. Also being released are downloadable files for annual population estimates for metropolitan and micropolitan statistical areas. (Scheduled for embargo starting May 16; for public release on May 18.)

Household Pulse Survey

The experimental Household Pulse Survey is an effort by the U.S. Census Bureau and other federal statistical agencies to provide near real-time data on how the social and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and other emergent issues are affecting people’s lives to inform federal and state response and recovery planning. Data collection for phase 3.8 will begin March 1, with data dissemination, including detailed data tables and public use data files, on a monthly basis. (Scheduled for release May 17.)

School Pulse Panel

The Census Bureau has begun collecting data from schools for the new School Pulse Panel (SPP) as part of efforts to monitor the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students and staff in U.S. public schools. The SPP, sponsored by the National Center for Education Statistics, collects data on instructional mode offered, learning loss mitigation strategies, staffing levels, safe and healthy school mitigation strategies, use of technology and more. To learn more, visit the School Pulse Panel webpage.

Economic

2022 Economic Census Responses Still Being Collected

The due date to respond to the 2022 Economic Census was March 15. Though the deadline has passed, the U.S. Census Bureau is still collecting responses. We understand this is a busy time of year for many businesses and those that received the economic census may not have had a chance to respond yet. The window to complete the 2022 Economic Census is still open and businesses that require an extension can do so. For more information or to report, visit the 2022 Economic Census webpage on census.gov.

Management and Organizational Practices Survey

The U.S. Census Bureau will release new 2021 data from the Management and Organizational Practices Survey (MOPS). MOPS is conducted to help better understand current and evolving management and organizational practices and to assist in identifying determinants of establishment and productivity growth. (Scheduled for release April 26.)

2021 County Business Patterns

The Census Bureau will release County Business Patterns (CBP). The upcoming annual series release provides 2021 subnational economic data by industry (2- through 6- digit NAICS). These data include detailed information on the number of establishments, employment during the week including March 12, and first quarter and annual payroll at the national, state, metropolitan/micropolitan statistical area, combined statistical area, county and congressional district levels for nearly 1,000 NAICS industries. Data for Puerto Rico and the Island Areas are also available at the state- and county-equivalent levels. (Scheduled for release April 27.)

2021 Annual Capital Expenditures Survey

The U.S. Census Bureau will release data from the Annual Capital Expenditures Survey (ACES) covering data year 2021. Tables will show the impact on budgeted capital expenditures and the use of capital expenditures to fund investments related to social distancing and safety for companies with employees in the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic. All data will be available at the national level by 2-digit NAICS industry. (Scheduled for release April 27.)

Nonemployer Statistics by Demographics

The U.S. Census Bureau plans to release the 2019 Nonemployer Statistics by Demographics (NES-D). This annual series provides subnational data on demographics of business owners for businesses that have no paid employees or payroll, are subject to federal income tax, and have receipts of $1,000 or more. The NES-D statistics are the accompanying dataset to the Annual Business Survey (ABS) and when combined with the ABS, provide a complete picture of business owner demographics such as sex, race, ethnicity and veteran status. (Scheduled for release May 11.)

Annual Survey of School System Finances

The U.S. Census Bureau will release new FY 2021 Annual Survey of School System Finances tables. The tables will provide new data on current spending per pupil, in addition to data on revenues, expenditures, debt, and assets for public elementary-secondary education (pre-K through 12th grade) in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. (Scheduled for release May 18.)

Business Trends and Outlook Survey

The Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS) measures business conditions on an ongoing basis. BTOS experimental data products are representative of all single-location employer businesses in the U.S. economy, excluding farms. The data allows greater insight into the state of the economy by providing continuous, timely data for key economic measures. Data are released biweekly and available by sector, state and the 25 most populous metropolitan statistical areas.

Monthly Business Formation Statistics

Business Formation Statistics (BFS) provide timely and high-frequency data on business applications and employer business formations monthly. The data are available at the state, regional and national levels and by industry sector at the national level. The next monthly BFS release is May 12 and will include April 2023 data. Business Formation Statistics - Release Schedule (census.gov).

Stats for Stories

Stats for Stories provides links to timely story ideas highlighting U.S. Census Bureau statistics that relate to current events, observances, holidays and anniversaries. The story ideas are intended to assist the media in story mining and producing content for their respective audiences.

National Telephone Day: April 25, 2023
Maryland 235th Anniversary of Statehood (1788): April 28, 2023
National Arbor Day: April 28, 2023
National Small Business Week: Apr 30-May 6, 2023
National Bike Month: May 2023
Older Americans Month: May 2023
World Trade Month: May 2023
National Nurses Day & Week: May 6 & 6-12, 2023
Public Service Recognition Week: May 7-13, 2023
National Teacher Appreciation Week & Day: May 8-12 & 9, 2023
Europe Day: May 9, 2023
Minnesota 165th Anniversary of Statehood (1858): May 11, 2023
Mother’s Day: May 14, 2023
National Police Week: May 14-20, 2023
Bike to Work Day & Week: May 15-21 & 19, 2023
Armed Forces Day: May 20, 2023
Waitstaff Day (May 21): May 21, 2023
National Maritime Day: May 22, 2023
South Carolina 235th Anniversary of Statehood (1788): May 23, 2023
Memorial Day: May 29, 2023
Wisconsin 175th Anniversary of Statehood (1848): May 29, 2023

Multimedia

Radio

By the Numbers: Join us as we shine a spotlight on notable observances, anniversaries and historical events for the month ahead. Celebrate your state’s birthday with Fun Facts. Explore Census Bureau data through audio, video, infographics and more that we invite you to share.

Coming up in our April spotlight:  

Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month.
Four things to know for this month.
Learn how to access and use Census Bureau data with Census Academy.
A celebration of two state anniversaries.

Recently Released

(Released since April 7, 2023)

Census Bureau Releases New Experimental Data Product - Community Resilience Estimates for Heat

April 12 — The U.S. Census Bureau released a new data product, the experimental Community Resilience Estimates (CRE) for Heat. Community resilience is the capacity of individuals and households within a community to absorb the external stresses of a disaster. While the standard Community Resilience Estimates (CRE) measures the social vulnerability that inhibits community resilience, the experimental CRE for Heat measures social vulnerability in the context of extreme heat exposure allowing for new risk factors to account for exposure. You can find more details about the differences with standard CRE methodology in the quick guide.

NEW Executive Leadership Corner

As part of ongoing efforts to improve the census.gov user experience, the Census Bureau has launched the “Executive Leadership Corner.” The new section features individual biographical pages for the Census Bureau director, deputy director and associate directors as well as official photos and content by directorate or program areas. The Executive Leadership Corner also includes relevant news products such as news releases, public presentations and remarks, directorate announcements and blogs.

Demographic

Estimates of U.S. Population by Age and Sex

April 13 — A downloadable file containing July 1, 2022, estimates of the resident U.S. population by single year of age and sex will be released on the Population and Housing Unit Estimates webpage at <www.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest.html>. In the coming months, the U.S. Census Bureau will release additional population estimates for cities and towns as well as national, state and county population estimates by age, sex, race and Hispanic origin.

Economic

Exploring Census Data Webinar Series: Using Census Data to Guide Business Decisions

April 20 — Census Bureau subject matter experts presented data available from the Business Formation Statistics, Annual Capital Expenditures Survey and the American Community Survey. They will share different types of data available from these programs that can help guide business decisions. Discover statistics on business births and how the data can be used to determine entrepreneurship. Presenters will dive into business expense data along with information on the workers within business sectors. The session explains how to access the data and illustrations on how to use the data. There will be an opportunity to connect with our experts via live chat and during the Q&A segment of the webinar. This webinar is the first of six in a series designed to help data users explore Census Bureau data on America’s people, places and economy.

Minnesota’s Aging Workforce and How It Compares to Other States Using Census Data

April 18 — The U.S. Census Bureau and the Local Employment Dynamics (LED) Partnership in collaboration with the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) and the Labor Market Information (LMI) Institute, welcomes Tim O’Neill as he presents, “Minnesota’s Aging Workforce and How It Compares to Other States Using Census Data.” U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Workforce Indicators (QWI) along with other resources, allows economist to track Minnesota’s aging workforce over several decades. This trend will continue to be seen as the baby boomer generation continues to age unless there is an increase in immigration or an unlikely increase in birth rate. The following presentation is based on a recent article that reveals how Minnesota’s share of older workers has shifted in recent history, as well as how this aging compares with other states and the nation.

Facts for Features

Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: May 2023

March 3 — This month-long observance of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders started more than 25 years ago. We celebrate their growing contributions to our nation with a host of demographic and economic statistical information about the Asian and Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander populations.

America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers

America Counts tells the stories behind the numbers in a new and inviting way. We feature stories on various topics such as families, housing, employment, business, education, the economy, emergency preparedness and the population. New stories include:

Missing Medicaid Data on Race/Ethnicity May Bias Health Research (April 18)
Tablets More Common in Households With Children (April 13)
Fewer People Reported Moving in Previous Year in 2021 Than in 2019 (April 11)

Stats for Stories

Stats for Stories provides links to timely story ideas highlighting the Census Bureau’s newsworthy statistics that relate to current events, observances, holidays and anniversaries. The story ideas are intended to assist the media in story mining and producing content for their respective audiences.

Blogs

How Technology Is Making it Possible to Build the Largest Dataset in History About the United States and the People Who Live Here

Written by: Kelsey J. Drotning and Katie R. Genadek

April 20 — Linking data sheds light on where and why people move, and generational changes in social class and family structure. And thanks to new and improved technology, researchers now have access to more data than ever. The recently published paper in IEEE Annals of the History of Computing — summarized in this blog — highlights technological advances that have made it possible to create a longitudinal infrastructure of census data from 1850 to the present.

Looking Back to See the Way Forward: My First Year at the U.S. Census Bureau

Written by: Ditas M. Katague, Associate Director for Communications

April 12 — It has been an exciting first year for me at the U.S. Census Bureau! I have been inspired by meaningful conversations about the important work we do and by interactions that give a sense of the progress that leads to increased engagement and collaboration. I feel most motivated and creative when I have a positive vision to work towards.

Remembering Steven Murdock

Written by: Robert L. Santos, Director

April 11 — It is with great sadness I share the news of the passing of Steven Harold Murdock, our former U.S. Census Bureau director. Dr. Murdock was nominated by President George W. Bush for director on June 18, 2007, and the Senate confirmed him unanimously in December of that year. He officially became director of the Census Bureau on January 4, 2008, and vacated the position January 9, 2009.

Resources

Emergency Management/Disaster Resources

When major disasters strike, visit our Emergency Management page for demographic and economic data on impacted areas. Each disaster will include data from our key emergency management tools: OnTheMap for Emergency Management, Community Resilience Estimates, Census Business Builder: Regional Analyst Edition and other useful resources.

Learn What Surveys Are Being Conducted in Your Community

See which of the U.S. Census Bureau’s 130-plus annual surveys are being conducted in your community. In a variety of surveys and censuses, evolving from the first census in 1790, the Census Bureau provides official information about America’s people, businesses, industries and institutions. Learn more about surveys currently being conducted in each Census Bureau region:

Data Tools

Listed below are a few of the U.S. Census Bureau’s interactive applications used to access statistics from our 130-plus annual surveys. A complete list can be accessed on the Census Bureau’s Data Tools and Apps webpage.

Census Business Builder (CBB) — Census Business Builder offers small business owners selected Census Bureau & other statistics to guide their research for opening or expanding their business.
Explore Census Data — This new platform on data.census.gov is based on overwhelming feedback to streamline the way you get data and digital content from Census Bureau.
QuickFacts — QuickFacts provides frequently requested Census Bureau information at the national, state, county, and city level.

Training Opportunities

Census Bureau Training Opportunities

Webinars are available on a regular basis to help the public access and use U.S. Census Bureau statistics. These free sessions, which are 60 to 90 minutes each, show users how to navigate Census Bureau databases and mapping tools and find demographic and economic statistics at the local or national level. Descriptions of upcoming sessions are available on our Census Academy page. Login details are provided at least one week before a webinar.

Using data.census.gov to Explore Race & Ethnicity Data (Wednesday, April 26, 2-3 p.m. ET)
Where are the Kids? Explore Data for Children 18 Years and Under (Thursday, April 27, 2-3:30 p.m. ET)
Statistics in Schools: An Overview (Thursday, May 11, 2-3:30 p.m. ET)
Disability Data Through a Different Perspective (Thursday, May 25, 2-3:30 p.m. ET)
Exploring Census Data: Emergency Management (Thursday, May 25, 2-3 p.m. ET)
American Indians and Alaska Natives and the American Community Survey (Wednesday, May 31, 2-3 p.m. ET)
Back on the Trade Road: Navigating Your Way to New Export Sales (Wednesday, May 31, 2 p.m. ET)

Archived Training Resources

Visit the Census Bureau’s Educational Resource Library for previously recorded, free training available at your convenience. The library includes presentations, recorded webinars, tutorials and other helpful materials.

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