Questionnaires
Questionnaires
Between April of 2020 to September 2024 the Census Bureau’s experimental Household Pulse Survey (HPS) measured how emergent issues were impacting U.S. households from a social and economic perspective. The cross-sectional data collection for the Household Pulse Survey (HPS) ended on September 16, 2024, with the final data of the cross-sectional data collection released on October 3, 2024.
In early October 2024, HPS content began transitioning into a longitudinal design, with data collected every other month to be released at a national level. In January 2025, the HPS officially relaunched as an integral part of the Household Trends and Outlook Pulse Survey (HTOPS).
The HTOPS used a longitudinal design throughout 2025. Beginning in March 2026, the HTOPS transitioned into a cross-sectional design focusing on HPS content.
PLEASE NOTE: HPS data users are advised to refer to the HPS data page for the HPS-focused topical surveys of HTOPS.
Note: HTOPS weighting for data collected in March and May 2026 incorrectly used county-level “residential” population controls that included Group Quarters (GQ). Because the HTOPS does not include GQs, the population controls are misaligned with the target population. Corrected HTOPS March and May 2026 data along with source and accuracy statements will be posted on this website soon.
Below is the link to the survey questionnaire for each phase.
