Housing Characteristics: 2020

This brief provides an overview of homeownership, renters, vacant housing and other 2020 Census housing statistics previously released through the 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics File. (Tentatively scheduled for release in July.)

Homeownership Data Visualization

This interactive map illustrates 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics File (DHC) data about homeownership by the age, race and ethnicity of the householder. The map provides national, state, core-based statistical area (CBSA) and county data; it also includes data from the 2010 Census for comparison. (Tentatively scheduled for release in July.)

2021 Small Area Health Insurance Estimates Data

The Census Bureau will release new data from the Small Area Health Insurance Estimates (SAHIE) Program, the only source for single-year estimates of the number of people with and without health insurance coverage in each of the nation’s 3,142 counties. County statistics will be available by sex and age groups and at income levels that reflect thresholds for state and federal assistance programs such as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Medicaid eligibility. State estimates also include health insurance coverage data by race and Hispanic origin, including new categories for SAHIE. (Scheduled for release August 3.)

Census Bureau Releases International Population Estimates and Projections 

The U.S. Census Bureau will release new population estimates and projections and other demographic data up to the year 2100 for 40 countries and areas in the International Database (IDB).  The current update incorporates new data from censuses, surveys and administrative records, and updated analyses based on those data. The IDB consists of estimates and projections of demographic indicators, including population size and growth (by sex and single year of age up to 100-plus) and components of change (mortality, fertility and net international migration) for more than 200 countries and areas. The Census Bureau periodically updates the IDB as new data become available. (Scheduled for release August 8.)

Current Population Survey Data Tables for Age, Sex, Race and Hispanic Origin, and the Older and Foreign-Born Populations

The U.S. Census Bureau will release new data tables from the 2022 Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement. These tables provide information on marital status, educational attainment, employment status, occupation, earnings, and other social and economic statistics by age and sex and Hispanic origin, and for the Asian alone, Asian alone-or-in-combination, black alone, black alone-or-in-combination, older and foreign-born populations. (Scheduled for release August 29.)

Income in the United States: 2022

The Census Bureau will announce the nation’s annual estimates on income, earnings and inequality to evaluate national economic trends and to understand their effect on the well-being of households and individuals. These estimates are based on the 2023 Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement. (Scheduled for release September 12.) 

Health Insurance in the United States: 2022

The Census Bureau will announce the nation’s annual health insurance coverage estimates highlighting comparisons between 2021 and 2022 data as well as examining characteristics by health insurance status to better understand the well-being of individuals. These estimates are based on the 2023 Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement (CPS ASEC). State-level American Community Survey data will be released on September 14. (Scheduled for release September 12.) 

Poverty in the United States: 2022

The Census Bureau will announce the nation’s official poverty and Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) estimates to help understand the economic well-being of households, families and individuals based on national poverty rates and SPM rates for the nation and states. These estimates are based on the 2023 Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement (CPS ASEC). (Scheduled for release September 12.) 

Household Pulse Survey

The experimental Household Pulse Survey is an effort by the U.S. Census Bureau and other federal statistical agencies to provide near real-time data on how the social and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and other emergent issues are affecting people’s lives to inform federal and state response and recovery planning. Data dissemination including detailed data tables and public use data files occurs on a monthly basis.

School Pulse Panel

The Census Bureau has begun collecting data from schools for the new School Pulse Panel (SPP) as part of efforts to monitor the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students and staff in U.S. public schools. The SPP, sponsored by the National Center for Education Statistics, collects data on instructional mode offered, learning loss mitigation strategies, staffing levels, safe and healthy school mitigation strategies, technology use and more. To learn more, visit the School Pulse Panel webpage.

“Analyzing Economic Disparities Related to Race & Ethnicity in the Labor Force Using Census Data”

The U.S. Census Bureau and the Local Employment Dynamics (LED) Partnership in collaboration with the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) and the Labor Market Information (LMI) Institute presents, “Analyzing Economic Disparities Related to Race & Ethnicity in the Labor Force Using Census Data.” Using demographic details from Census data, researchers with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Labor Market Information office have started publishing a series of reports on Minnesota’s labor force and economic disparities by race and ethnicity. Black or African Americans and Hispanic or Latino residents in particular face some of the deepest disparities in our country and Minnesota as foundational systemic barriers to prosperity persist. As policymakers, community leaders, businesses and workforce leaders craft approaches to remove these barriers, one thing we hear consistently is that disaggregated data by race is essential. (Scheduled for August 9.)

2020 Nonemployer Statistics

The Census Bureau is set to release the 2020 Nonemployer Statistics (NES). This annual series provides subnational economic data for businesses that have no paid employees or payroll, are subject to federal income tax and have receipts of $1,000 or more ($1 or more for the Construction sector). The data consist of the number of businesses and total receipts by industry and are available for over 450 industries at detailed geographic levels, including national, state, county, metropolitan​/micropolitan statistical areas and combined statistical areas. (Scheduled for release August 17.)

2022 Census of Governments: Organization

The U.S. Census Bureau will release the official count of state and local governments for the 2022 Census of Governments Organization component. The downloadable files and Microsoft Excel tables will contain the number of governments organized by government type, state, population-size groups, function and school systems. The Census of Governments is a three-phased program that collects state and local government data every five years in years ending in “2” and “7” (Scheduled for release August 24.)

2021 State and Local Government Finances

The U.S. Census Bureau will release a summary brief from the 2021 Annual Survey of State and Local Government Finances. These data show revenues, expenditures, debt, and cash and security holdings by level of government. Level of government includes state, local, and state and local combined. The statistics are organized by state. (Scheduled for release in August.)

Business Trends and Outlook Survey

The Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS) measures business conditions on an ongoing basis. BTOS experimental data products are representative of all single-location employer businesses in the U.S. economy, excluding farms. The data allow greater insight into the state of the economy by providing continuous, timely data for key economic measures. Data are released biweekly and are available by sector, state and the 25 most populous metropolitan statistical areas.

Monthly Business Formation Statistics

Business Formation Statistics (BFS) provide timely, high-frequency data on business applications and employer business formations monthly. The data are available at the state, regional and national levels and by industry sector at the national level. The next monthly BFS release is August 11 and will include July 2023 data. Business Formation Statistics - Release Schedule (census.gov). 

Stats for Stories provides links to timely story ideas highlighting U.S. Census Bureau statistics that relate to current events, observances, holidays and anniversaries. The story ideas are intended to assist the media in story mining and producing content for their respective audiences.

• India Independence Day (1947): August 15, 2023 
• Indonesian Independence Day (1945): August 17, 2023 
• National Thrift Store Day: August 17, 2023 
• National Aviation Day: August 19, 2023 
• Woodward Dream Cruise: August 19, 2023 
• FIFA Women’s World Cup Final: August 20, 2023
• National Senior Citizens Day: August 21, 2023 
• Women’s Equality Day: August 26, 2023 
• National Petroleum Day: August 27, 2023 

National Advisory Committee Virtual Special Session

July 26 — The U.S. Census Bureau hosted a public Special Session of the National Advisory Committee (NAC) July 26. Experts and representatives of various organizations from across the nation attended the virtual meeting. NAC discuss and provided its recommendations on research plan development and ideas provided through the 2030 Census Federal Register Notice comments and feedback. NAC is one source of stakeholder input in 2030 Census Planning and Execution.

Census Scientific Advisory Committee Virtual Special Session

July 25 — The U.S. Census Bureau hosted a public Special Session of the Census Scientific Advisory Committee July 25. Experts and representatives of various organizations from across the nation attended the virtual meeting. CSAC discussed and provided its recommendations on research plan development and ideas provided through the 2030 Census Federal Register Notice comments and feedback. CSAC is one source of stakeholder input in 2030 Census Planning and Execution. 

Census Bureau Announces Updates for 2030 Census Planning

July 27 — The U.S. Census Bureau will announce several important new updates during a webinar today about the planning and preparations for the 2030 Census. During the virtual event, Census Bureau leaders will focus on three key aspects of the groundwork being laid for the next decennial census:

• Research projects.
• Testing strategy.
• Timeline.

2020 Island Areas Censuses Demographic and Housing Characteristics Summary File Release

July 20 — The U.S. Census Bureau released statistics from the 2020 Island Areas Censuses Demographic and Housing Characteristics Summary File (DHC) for American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The release included more than 400 tables with data on age, race and ethnicity, household type, relationship, population in group quarters, whether the residence is owned or rented (tenure), vacancy status and other social, economic, housing and demographic characteristics. In addition, island specific geographies are available. 

Census Bureau Releases New Report on Aging Veterans

July 18 — The U.S. Census Bureau released a new report on U.S. veterans 65 years and older. The report, Aging Veterans: America’s Veteran Population in Later Life, examines social and economic characteristics of the nation’s 8.1 million veterans ages 65 years and older based on 2021 American Community Survey 1-year data. 

Exploring Census Data Webinar Series: Race and Ethnicity

July 27 — Census Bureau subject matter experts presented data available from economic and demographic programs. You will learn about the demographic data about business owners available from the Annual Business Survey along with other demographic characteristics from the American Community Survey. The session includes a live demonstration on how to find key data and resources connected to race and ethnicity. There will be an opportunity to connect with our experts via live chat and during the Q&A segment of the webinar. This webinar is part 4 of 6 in a series designed to help data users discover Census Bureau data related to people, places and the economy.

2021 County Business Patterns (CBP) Ocean Economy Table

July 25 — A table containing County Business Patterns estimates of the Ocean Economy in the five U.S. territories (American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands) is now available. Estimates are provided by non-standard state- and county- equivalent geographies, comprised of selected coastal ZIP codes across each territory, and by the Economics: National Ocean Watch (ENOW) sectors, defined by the Office of Coastal Management at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Anniversary of Americans With Disabilities Act: July 26, 2023

July 5 — To commemorate the July 26, 1990, signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act into law, the Census Bureau presents a wide array of statistical information about people with disabilities.

America Counts tells the stories behind the numbers in a new and inviting way. We feature stories on various topics such as families, housing, employment, business, education, the economy, emergency preparedness and the population. New stories include:

• Public Health Emergencies and Mental Health (July 26)
• Younger Householders Drove Rebound in U.S. Homeownership (July 25)
• Home Values Rose Sharply in U.S. Island Areas (July 20)
• About 43 Million People in the U.S. Had Multiple Health Plans in 2021 (July 19)
• U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Headed to 2023 World Cup (July 18)

Stats for Stories provides links to timely story ideas highlighting the Census Bureau’s newsworthy statistics that relate to current events, observances, holidays and anniversaries. The story ideas are intended to assist the media in story mining and producing content for their respective audiences.

• Pakistan Independence Day (1947): August 14, 2023
• National Health Center Week: August 6-12, 2023
• Sturgis Motorcycle Rally: August 4-13, 2023
• World Breastfeeding Week: August 1-7, 2023
• Back to School: August 2023
• National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day: July 27, 2023
• New York 235th Anniversary of Statehood (1788): July 26, 2023
• Culinarians Day: July 25, 2023
• Puerto Rico Constitution Day: July 25, 2023
  
• Parents’ Day: July 23, 2023
• FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: July 20 – August 20, 2023
• Atlantic Hurricane Season: June 1-November 30, 2023

How the Census Bureau Is Optimizing Its Research and Testing Strategy for the 2030 Census

Written by: Deborah Stempowski, Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs — July 27 — Today we’re making the first in a series of major announcements about preparations for the 2030 Census. In my role directing the Decennial Census Programs, I’m excited to be able to share key updates about our research projects, testing strategy and timeline.  

The Currency of Our Data: A Critical Input Into Federal Funding

Written by: By Ceci A. Villa Ross, special assistant, American Community Survey Office — July 14 — We often describe how the data can benefit people when we encourage them to respond to the census or to a U.S. Census Bureau survey. For example, census data affect their voice in Congress through apportionment and in their state and local government through redistricting. 

Emergency Management/Disaster Resources

When major disasters strike, visit our Emergency Management webpage for demographic and economic data on impacted areas. Each disaster will include data from our key emergency management tools: OnTheMap for Emergency Management, Community Resilience Estimates; Census Business Builder: Regional Analyst Edition; and other useful resources.

Learn What Surveys Are Being Conducted in Your Community

Discover which of the U.S. Census Bureau’s 130-plus annual surveys are being conducted in your community. In a variety of surveys and censuses, evolving from the first census in 1790, the Census Bureau provides official information about America’s people, businesses, industries and institutions. Learn more about surveys currently being conducted in each Census Bureau region:

• Atlanta
• Chicago
• Denver
• Los Angeles
• New York
• Philadelphia
• All Surveys

Listed below are a few of the U.S. Census Bureau’s interactive applications used to access statistics from our 130-plus annual surveys. A complete list can be accessed on the Census Bureau’s Data Tools and Apps webpage.

EDA (Economic Development Administration)-Census Poverty Status Viewer — This interactive tool measures high poverty areas and persistent poverty counties using data from the American Community Survey, SAIPE, and decennial census.

Job-to-Job Flows Explorer — Analyze the Job-to-Job Flows (J2J) data through interactive charts, maps, and tables.

Puerto Rico Predominant Address Type Viewer — The Puerto Rico Predominant Address Type Viewer depicts the predominant address type by census block in Puerto Rico based on housing unit addresses.

Census Bureau Training Opportunities 

Webinars are available on a regular basis to help the public access and use Census Bureau statistics. These free sessions, which are 60 to 90 minutes each, show users how to navigate Census Bureau databases and mapping tools and find demographic and economic statistics at the local or national level. Descriptions of upcoming sessions are available on our Census Academy webpage. Login details are provided at least one week before a webinar.

• Charting the Course in a Shifting Economy (Tuesday, August 1, 1-2 p.m. EDT)
• Analyzing Economic Disparities Related to Race & Ethnicity (Wednesday, August 9, 1:30-3:00 p.m. EDT)
• OnTheMap for Emergency Management (Thursday, August 10, 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT)
• Introduction to the American Community Survey (Wednesday, August 23, 2-3 p.m. EDT)
• Where Did My Family Live? (Thursday, August 24, 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT)
• Exploring Census Data: Small Business (Thursday, August 31, 2-3 p.m. EDT)

Archived Training Resources

Visit the Census Bureau’s Educational Resource Library for previously recorded, free training available at your convenience. The library includes presentations, recorded webinars, tutorials and other helpful materials.