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Research Matters Blog

Census Bureau Economists to Present at AEA and ASSA Annual Meetings

December 30, 2025

U.S. Census Bureau economists and social scientists are set to present their research findings at the annual meeting of the AEA and ASSA.
Random Samplings Blog

Understanding the 2024 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates

September 11, 2025

This blog discusses elements that may contribute to differences observed in some 2024 ACS 1-year estimates compared to prior years.
Research Matters Blog

Using Administrative Data to Evaluate Nonresponse Bias

September 09, 2025

In the latest annual income report, the Census Bureau tabulates the national income distribution using survey responses collected as part of the 2025 CPS ASEC.
Research Matters Blog

How Updating Annual Poverty Thresholds Impacts Poverty Rates

September 09, 2025

The U.S. Census Bureau released updated estimates of the official poverty measure and the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM).
Random Samplings Blog

Comparing Poverty Measures

September 02, 2025

There has been continued debate about the best way to measure poverty in the United States since the first official U.S. poverty statistics were published.
Research Matters Blog

How Inflation Affects Income and Earnings Estimate

September 02, 2025

To account for changes in the cost of living, the Census Bureau adjusts all prior year income and earnings estimates for inflation.

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