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American Community Survey Resources for Nonprofits
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) collects detailed social, economic, housing, and demographic data. These data can be useful for nonprofits of all sizes throughout the country.
Explore the links below to learn more about the ACS through presentations, handbooks, and other resources, or how to find ACS data using Census tools. You can also check out frequently asked questions or contact us for more information on ACS data.
ACS Data for Nonprofits
The ACS produces population and housing data on over 40 different topics, many of which are regularly used by nonprofits and for related projects. Examples of these subjects include:Â
- Age; Sex
- Computer and Internet Use
- Disability Status
- Educational Attainment and School Enrollment
- Food Stamps/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Health Insurance Coverage
- Language Spoken at Home
- Occupants per Room
- Poverty Status
- Race and Hispanic or Latino Origin
- Tenure (Owner/Renter)
- Vehicles Available
Top ACS Resources
The ACS Information Guide provides an overview of the history of the ACS, its data collection process, data topics, and more. The ACS Handbook for All Data Users provides a deeper dive than the Information Guide and also includes case studies for using the ACS. The ACS Data Tools and Resources Flyer showcases ways to access ACS data. We conducted a webinar dedicated to sharing details on how nonprofits can use ACS data to access critical data regarding the communities and populations they serve.Â
Real-Life ACS Stories
The St. Joseph Community Health Foundation Uses ACS Data to Identify Populations in Need
Learn how a foundation in Indiana uses ACS data to put its dollars to work in the areas of greatest need.
Grant STEPs Consulting Group Uses ACS Data to Help Nonprofits Win Grants
Learn how the Grant STEPs Consulting Group uses ACS data to help local nonprofits win grants.
The YMCA Uses ACS Data to Learn More About the People and Communities They Serve
Learn how local YMCA staff use data from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) to learn more about the people and communities they serve.
Access ACS Data
American Community Survey Data
The American Community Survey releases new data every year, in the form of estimates, in a variety of tables, tools, and analytical reports.
data.census.gov
Data.census.gov is the Census Bureau's main data dissemination platform.
data.census.gov Resources
Get an overview of resources available for help on using data.census.gov, the Census API, and Microdata Access.
Data Tool
QuickFacts
QuickFacts provides frequently requested Census Bureau information at the national, state, county, and city level.
Questions? Contact us to Learn More.
Check out our FAQs, request a training or assistance with a local Data Dissemination Specialist, or contact us to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about the ACS through our answers to our Frequently Asked Questions.
Request a Training
Request a training from our team of Data Dissemination Specialists who can provide trainings, workshops, and presentations at no cost.
Contact Us
Learn how to contact the American Community Survey if you have questions about completing the survey, finding data, or using data.
Page Last Revised - May 3, 2023
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