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.

AAPOR Research Conference

U.S. Census Bureau researchers and other survey research professionals across the nation will present findings at the 78th Annual American Association for Public Opinion Research Conference. This year’s conference is a forum for Census Bureau staffers to present and discuss their research on a spectrum of topics. (Scheduled for May 10-12.)

2020 Census

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

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. (Scheduled for release in May.)

State Level Geographic Mobility and Place of Birth Data

The U.S. Census Bureau will release new geographic mobility and place of birth data at the state level. These data come from the 2021 American Community Survey (ACS). The one-year state-to-state migration flows table will provide estimates of the number of people moving between origin and destination geographies. The 2021 place of birth table package will show estimates for state of current residence by area of birth. (Scheduled for release June 8.)

School Enrollment Report

The U.S. Census Bureau will release a new report that examines school enrollment in 2021 and changes in enrollment patterns from prior years using statistics from American Community Survey. The report details enrollment from pre-school through college. Public, private & homeschool are all included. (Scheduled for release June 8.)

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.)

Demographic

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, including 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 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. 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. Businesses that require an extension for the 2022 Economic Census can log in to their accounts at portal.census.gov to request an extension, however the window for requesting one is closing. Businesses with an extension will have until May 30 to reply before non-response follow up efforts resume. For more information, including details on how to report, visit census.gov/econ.

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) data on employer businesses 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.)

“The Importance of Off-Farm Income to the Agriculture Economy”

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 will present, “The Importance of Off-Farm Income to the Agriculture Economy.” Off-farm jobs and income are critically important to farmers and ranchers as the rural and agricultural economy has evolved over the past half century to benefit connected and diverse communities. While growing rural and urban economic interdependence can be hard to see at times, an appreciation of this dynamic relationship is vital to informing policies that strengthen the financial health of communities and agricultural producers alike. Misunderstanding of “rural” connectiveness and industry diversity can lead to well-intentioned federal programs that hinder policy efforts to support these communities. Using Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (LEHD) Origin-Destination Employment Statistics (LODES) data, studies found commuting gains speed, especially in rural counties. (Scheduled for May 17.)

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.)

2021 ZIP Code Business Patterns

The ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) upcoming annual series release provides 2021 economic data at the ZIP code level. ZBP data include the number of establishments at the employment-size class by industry level (2- through 6-digit NAICS). ZBP data also include the number of establishments, employment during the week including March 12, and first quarter and annual payroll at the total for all sectors level NAICS 00. (Scheduled for release May 25.)

Exploring Census Data Webinar Series: Emergency Management

Census Bureau subject matter experts will present data available from both economic and demographic sources. You will learn about business and demographic programs along with resources available to understand the landscape of the community. The session includes live demonstrations on how to find local data that are key to help plan, prepare, and recover when emergencies occur. 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 part 2 of 6 in a series to help data users discover Census Bureau data related to people, places, and the economy. (Scheduled for May 25.)

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 allow 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.

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
American Housing Month: June 2023
Great Outdoors Month: June 2023
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month: June 2023
National Caribbean-American Heritage Month: June 2023
National Dairy Month: June 2023
National Ocean Month: June 2023
Atlantic Hurricane Season: June 1 – November 30, 2023
National Cheese Day: June 4, 2023
Multiracial Heritage Week: June 7 - 14, 2023
Day of Portugal (1580): June 10, 2023
76th Tony Awards (theater): June 11, 2023
83rd Annual Peabody Awards (storytelling): June 11, 2023
Philippines Independence Day (1898): June 12, 2023
Certified Nursing Assistants Week (Nursing Assistants Day: June 17): June 15 – 21, 2023
Father’s Day: June 18, 2023
Juneteenth (1865): June 19, 2023
West Virginia 160th Anniversary of Statehood (1863): June 20, 2023
New Hampshire 235th Anniversary of Statehood (1788): June 21, 2023
Summer 2023: June 21 – September 22, 2023
Virginia 235th Anniversary of Statehood (1788): June 25, 2023

Multimedia

Radio

By the Num bers: Join us as we shine a spotlight on notable observances, anniversaries and historical events for April and May. 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 spotlight:  

Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month
Four things to know
Learn how to access and use Census Bureau data with Census Academy
A celebration of several state anniversaries

Recently Released

(Released since April 21, 2023)

National Advisory Committee 2023 Virtual Spring Meeting

The U.S. Census Bureau hosted the National Advisory Committee Spring Meeting May 4-5. The committee addressed 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 <www.census.gov/about/cac/nac/meetings/2023-05-meeting.html>.

2020 Census

Census Bureau Releases 2020 Census Apportionment Brief

May 3 — The U.S. Census Bureau released the 2020 Census Apportionment Brief, which covers 2020 Census population results used to determine each state’s share of congressional seats 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.

American Community Survey

New 118th Congressional Districts Maps

April 26 — The U.S. Census Bureau recently released new maps detailing the 118th congressional districts. These maps are released every two years to reflect the latest congress. The national and individual district-based maps were released in January and March and most recently released were state-based maps. The national maps include county names and boundaries for each state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The map also includes a listing of the names of all members of the 118th Congress, as of January 3, 2023. The state-based maps include the congressional district boundaries within the state as well as county names and boundaries, and selected places. The individual district-based maps include names and boundaries for counties, places, minor civil divisions, and federal and state recognized American Indian reservations and off-reservation trust lands.

Demographic

2022 Voting and Registration

May 2 — The U.S. Census Bureau released 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.

Economic

New Business Ownership Data Hub

May 3 — The U.S. Census Bureau launched the Business and Owner Demographic Characteristics webpage, creating a one-stop shop for its economic surveys and programs that measure demographic data for businesses and business owners.

Annual Estimates of Housing Units Authorized by Building Permits

May 1 — The U.S. Census Bureau released final 2022 annual estimates of housing units authorized by building permits. Data included estimates at the national level, census region, census division, state, metropolitan area, county and permit-issuing place. Two new accompanying map-based data visualizations allow users to compare data at the state, county, and metro areas with greater ease than ever before.

2021 County Business Patterns

April 27 — The U.S. Census Bureau released County Business Patterns (CBP). The 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.

Management and Organizational Practices Survey

April 26 — The U.S. Census Bureau released 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.

2021 Annual Capital Expenditures Survey

April 27 — The U.S. Census Bureau released data from the Annual Capital Expenditures Survey (ACES) covering data year 2021. Tables 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.

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:

High Registration and Early Voting in 2022 Midterm Elections (May 2)
Hispanic, Black Adults More Likely to Report Long COVID-19 Symptoms (May 1)
Impact of the End of Extra SNAP Benefits (April 27)

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.

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 Survey Explorer — Discover which surveys meet your criteria or needs. Search by topic, geography, and frequency of publication. This is a great place to jumpstart your research.
Digital Equity Act Population Viewer — Interactive collection of maps that highlight various demographics and broadband internet availability and adoption by state.
Migration Patterns: Young Adult Migration — Use this resource to discover where people in your hometown moved as young adults.

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.

Statistics in Schools: An Overview (Thursday, May 11, 2-3:30 p.m. ET)
Census Bureau to Hold Webinar on Release of 2020 Census Demographic Profile and Demographic and Housing Characteristics File (Tuesday, May 16, 1 p.m. ET)
The Importance of Off-Farm Income to the Agriculture Economy (Wednesday, May 17, 1:30-3:00 p.m. ET)
How Census Is Leveraging Real Dollar Data & Completing Trade Picture (Thursday, May 18, 2-3:00 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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