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Reflections on Memorial Day

Memorial Day is almost upon us. Many use this holiday to mark the beginning of our summer vacation season. But as we all know, Memorial Day is much more meaningful and special.

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Fastest-Growing Cities Are Still in the West and South

According to new population estimates, populations of cities and towns in the South and West regions of the United States still experienced the most growth.

Directors Blog | May 26, 2022

Reflections on Memorial Day

Memorial Day is almost upon us. Many use this holiday to mark the beginning of our summer vacation season. But as we all know, Memorial Day is much more meaningful and special.

Press Release | May 26, 2022

Fastest-Growing Cities Are Still in the West and South

According to new population estimates, populations of cities and towns in the South and West regions of the United States still experienced the most growth.

Press Release | May 25, 2022

2021 Annual Survey of Public Employment & Payroll Now Available

The 2021 Annual Survey of Public Employment & Payroll statistics provide a comprehensive look at the employment of the nation’s state and local governments.

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America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers

Big Population Shifts in Cities and Towns One Year Into Pandemic

City and town population estimates for July 1, 2021, show consistent regional trends but smaller gains and larger declines for top cities and towns.

America Counts Story | May 25, 2022

Broad Diversity of Asian, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Population

During Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we explore the broad diversity of this population in the United States.

America Counts Story | May 24, 2022

Who Is Receiving Social Safety Net Benefits?

A new data tool allows users to explore thousands of social safety statistics 2013-2019 and demographic and socioeconomic characteristics of recipients.

America Counts Story | May 19, 2022

Census Bureau Today Releases 2020 Census Undercount, Overcount Rates by State

The 2020 Post-Enumeration Survey provides an estimate of the undercount or overcount results for each state and by census operation.

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