America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers
We feature stories on various topics such as families, housing, employment, business, education, the economy, emergency management, and population.
Business and Economy
Small Business Pulse Survey Shows Shift in Expectations from Spring to Winter
The Small Business Pulse Survey shows a majority of businesses face long-term challenges while others experienced little or no effect from the pandemic.
Business and Economy
What is a Small Business?
Newly released “Establishment and Firm Size” data from the 2017 Economic Census show how important small businesses are to the U.S. economy.
Health
Young Adults Living Alone Report Anxiety, Depression During Pandemic
The U.S. Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey provides insight into the mental health and well-being of adults living alone during COVID-19.
Emergency Preparedness
The Challenge of Mapping Disaster Areas During a National Emergency
All 50 states were declared federal disaster areas due to COVID-19, leading to a redesign of the Census Bureau’s OnTheMap for Emergency Management data tool.
Business and Economy
Everything You Touch Can Turn Into Business Data
The Census Bureau’s new Digital Technology Module shows how many businesses collect and store everything from financial data to customer feedback digitally.
Business and Economy
How Much Sales Tax Do States Collect Every Month?
An interactive map shows 2019 to 2020 monthly state sales tax collections from general sales, lodging, motor fuel, alcoholic beverages and tobacco products.
Employment
Same-Sex Couples More Likely Than Opposite-Sex Couples to Have Both Members Working
The American Community Survey shows the impact of age, children and marital status on the employment of same-sex couples compared to opposite-sex couples.
Business and Economy
Shopping Trends in 2020
A look at brick-and-mortar stores, e-commerce sales, small businesses and retail shopping overall during a year of challenges.
Housing
New Single-Family Homes Sold Not as Large as They Used to Be
The U.S. Census Bureau’s Characteristics of New Housing provides details from house size and number of bedrooms and bathrooms to wall types and sales prices.
Population
How Older Workers With a Disability Navigate Commutes
A new U.S. Census Bureau report focuses on commuting behaviors of older workers, including those with disabilities.
Population
Census Bureau Provides Population Estimates for Independent Evaluation of Upcoming Census Results
Demographic Analysis uses current and historical vital records, international migration data and Medicare records to estimate the population on April 1, 2020.
Population
Changes in America’s Demographic Landscape in Distinct 5-Year Periods
Today, the U.S. Census Bureau releases the 2015-2019 American Community Survey 5-year estimates on over 40 topics for smaller geographies and population groups.
Population
Demographic Analysis Produces Range of U.S. Population Estimates as of April 1, 2020
Independent estimates will help assess the accuracy of the 2020 Census. Demographic Analysis uses vital and Medicare records and international migration data.
Families
U.S. Marriage and Divorce Rates Declined in Last 10 Years
Interactive data tool allows you to compare marriage and divorce rates across states for 2009 and 2019.
Education
New Census Bureau Resources for Distance Learning
The Census Bureau’s Statistics in Schools program provides free online activities and resources to enhance student engagement in distance learning.
Population
Can Data and Tech Help Solve Environmental Issues?
The Census Bureau's Opportunity Project celebrates its fifth anniversary with four tech development sprints to create solutions to environmental challenges.
Business and Economy
Share of Online Retail Sales Soaring
The Census Bureau publishes data products that measure the changing retail economic landscape from brick-and-mortar stores to e-commerce.
Population
Giving Thanks for Families in 2020
U.S. Census Bureau statistics show the changing American family, from traditional couples to same-sex parents and grandparents living with their grandchildren.
Business and Economy
Manufacturing Faces a Labor Shortage as Workforce Ages
Nearly one-fourth of the manufacturing workforce is age 55 or older and retaining and attracting workers is a challenge.
Families
Gaps in the Wealth of Americans by Household Type in 2017
The recently released Survey of Income Program Participation shows household wealth gaps. Home equity and retirement accounts make up 61.7% of household wealth.
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