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How can I access 2020 Census data on data.census.gov?

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How can I access 2020 Census data on data.census.gov?

The Census Bureau released a variety of types of data tables from the 2020 Census. Follow these tips to get started accessing 2020 Census data:

  • Open the filter panel
  • Select 2020 under the “Years” heading
  • Select one of the Decennial Census options Under the “Surveys” heading:
    • Decennial Census (covers the 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico)
    • Decennial Census of Island Areas (covers American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands)
  • Select a product. If you are not sure which product to start with, we recommend checking out the Demographic Profile or Demographic and Housing Characteristics products. To learn more about the different types of tables available from the 2020 census, please visit the About 2020 Census Data Products webpage.
  • Use the filters under the “Geography” heading to add your desired geographies. You may skip this step if you want data for the default geography for these tables.
  • Click Search in the lower right
  • Click Tables at the top, and view your results

For more instructions to access 2020 Census data, please see our video tutorials and How-to Materials for Using data.census.gov webpage. Through these short videos and written instructions, you will find a variety of tips and tricks to help you make the most of accessing 2020 Census data on data.census.gov.

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