Goldschmidt Data Workshop

January 11, 2017

This annual workshop gives business and economic reporters an in-depth look at federal data sources to inform their stories.

About the Census

As mandated by the U.S. Constitution, America gets just one chance each decade to count its population. <br>Read more about the 2020 Census.
2020 Census Operational Plan and Detailed Operational Plans

The U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 Census Operational Plan documents the design for conducting the 2020 Census.
2020 Census Memorandum Series

This series documents significant decisions, actions, and accomplishments of the 2020 Census Program.
2020 Census Program Management Reviews

These quarterly Program Management Reviews update plans, tests, schedules, budgets and strategies to deliver a successful, cost-effective 2020 Census.
2017 Census Tests

The 2017 Census Test provided the opportunity to research new methods and advanced technologies to improve data collection during the 2020 Census.
2018 End-to-End Census Test

The 2018 Census Test took place in Pierce County, Wash.; Providence County, R.I.; and the Bluefield-Beckley-Oak Hill, W.Va., area.
Prepared Statement of John H. Thompson, Director, U.S. Census Bureau: 2020 Census: Outcomes of the 2016 Site Test (11/16/16) [<1.0 MB]
Prepared Statement of Kevin Smith, Associate Director and Chief Information Officer, U.S. Census Bureau, Hearing (11/16/16)
Prepared Statement of John H. Thompson Director U.S. Census Bureau on Ensuring an Accurate and Affordable 2020 Census (09/19/13) [<1.0 MB]

American Community Survey

The American Community Survey is the premier source for information about America's changing population, housing and workforce.
Statistical Testing Tool

Test whether American Community Survey estimates are statistically different from each other using the Census Bureau's Statistical Testing Tool.
Random Samplings Blog: Statistical Testing Tool

With the release of the U.S. Census Bureau’s new statistical testing spreadsheet tool, we are making it easier for just about anyone to carry out statistical testing correctly.
Comparison Guidance

Learn more about comparing the 2024 ACS with 2010 Census, 2020 Census, and 5-year to 5-year estimates.

Economic Census

The Economic Census is the official five-year measure of American businesses providing comprehensive statistics at the national, state, and local levels.
About the Economic Census

Information on the importance of the Economic Census.
Annual Survey of Entrepreneurs (ASE)

Provides estimates of number of firms, sales/receipts, annual payroll, and employment by sex, ethnicity, race, and veteran status.
Job-to-Job Flows Explorer (Beta)

Analyze the Job-to-Job Flows (J2J) data through interactive charts, maps, and tables.
Census Business Builder

Census Business Builder offers small business owners selected Census Bureau & other statistics to guide their research for opening or expanding their business.
Census Business Builder: Small Business Edition [1.6 MB]
Census Business Builder Regional Analyst Edition [4.6 MB]

FAQ about Census Business Builder

View answers to commonly asked questions about Census Business Builder.
Invest Now to Measure our Dynamic Economy

Information on the importance of the Economic Census.
County Business Patterns

Provides subnational economic data by industry, including the number of establishments, employment, first quarter payroll, and annual payroll.
Survey of Business Owners and Self-Employed Persons

Provides estimates on selected economic and demographic characteristics for businesses & business owners by sex, ethnicity, race, and veteran status.
Statistics of U.S. Businesses

Provides detailed annual data for U.S. business establishments by geography, industry, and enterprise size.
Manufacturing & Construction Statistics

The Census Bureau produces economic data from across the entire U.S. economy on a monthly, quarterly, yearly, and 5-year basis.
Annual Survey of Manufactures

The Annual Survey of Manufactures (ASM) provides key intercensal measures of manufacturing activity, products, and location for public and private sector use.
Census of Governments

Identifies the scope and nature of the nation's state and local government sector including public finance and public employment and classifications.