2020 Census Tribal Resources
2020 Census Tribal Resources
Tribal governments played a critical role in ensuring a complete and accurate count of American Indian and Alaska Native populations. Learn more about the U.S. Census Bureau's relationship with tribal governments.
Local Census Support
Census data affects tribal citizens and resources, and the trusted voices of tribal leaders help to ensure a complete and accurate count in tribal communities. To learn more about how census data is used in your area, or to establish a partnership between your tribe or village and the 2020 Census, please contact your regional office.
Materials for Tribal Governments
Fact Sheets
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Fact SheetAssessing Disclosure Avoidance Uncertainty in the 2020 Census: Determining Reliability Thresholds for Demographic and Housing Characteristics DataThis factsheet provides new information regarding expected disclosure avoidance-related uncertainty for the 2020 Census DHC file data.
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Fact SheetCalculating and Interpreting Average Household Size Ratios in the Demographic and Housing Characteristics FileThe 2020 Census S-DHC will provide official statistics on average household size for the total population and for race and ethnicity, voting age, and tenure.
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Fact SheetHousehold Type and Tenure Data Proposed for 2020 CensusThe 2020 Census produced data for nearly 1,500 detailed racial and ethnic groups and AIAN tribes and villages - the most in U.S. Census Bureau history.
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Fact SheetPopulation Data Available for 2020 Census Race, Ethnicity, and AIANThe 2020 Census produced data for nearly 1,500 detailed racial and ethnic groups and AIAN tribes and villages - the most in U.S. Census Bureau history.
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Fact SheetDifferences Among Demographic Data ReleasesThe following data products come from the 2020 Census, the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and the Population Estimates Program.
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Fact SheetRespond When You Receive Your 2020 Census Invitation (AIAN)This fact sheet encourages households in Update Leave areas to respond when they receive their census materials to ensure the best count of their community.
Handouts
Posters
Video
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VideoData About Race, Ethnicity, and AncestryJuly 27, 2021This webinar will teach the data user about the changing race and ethnicity profile of the community and its businesses, at a fundamental level.
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Video2020 Census: First Enumeration in Toksook Bay, AlaskaJanuary 23, 2020
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Video2020 Census: Alaska First Enumeration News ConferenceJanuary 18, 2020
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VideoAlaska Natives: Make Sure You're Counted in the 2020 CensusJanuary 16, 2020
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Video2020 Census: First Look at Toksook Bay, AlaskaJanuary 09, 2020
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Video2020 Census: National Congress of American Indians RepresentativesDecember 20, 2019
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VideoTribal Consultations for the 2020 CensusAugust 20, 2018These meetings provided a forum for state recognized tribes to share insights, make recommendations and discuss concerns related to the upcoming 2020 Census
Social Media Resources
Page Last Revised - October 20, 2021