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Director's Blog
Recapping a Phenomenal 2023 at the U.S. Census Bureau
As my second year as director of the U.S. Census Bureau draws to a close, I have been reflecting on all that we’ve accomplished in 2023 – and it’s a lot.
Director's Blog
Celebrating Tribal Identity with Data
During November, we have been celebrating National Native American Heritage Month, also referred to as American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) Heritage Month.
Stats for Stories
Native American Heritage Day: November 24, 2023
The estimated American Indian and Alaska Native alone population was 4.3M and the alone or in combination population 7.1M on July 1, 2022.
Stats for Stories
National Family Week: November 19-25, 2023
In 2022, there were 83.3 million families in the U.S. and average family size had shrunk to 3.11 from 3.20 in 2007, according to the American Community Survey.
Random Samplings Blog
New Experimental Products Designed with the AIAN Community in Mind
We’re committed to reflecting an accurate portrait of our nation, and our success depends on delivering statistics that address the needs of all our data users.
Se proyecta que la población de EE. UU. comience a disminuir en la segunda mitad del siglo
Se proyecta que la población de los EE. UU. llegue a casi 370 millones en el 2080, antes de reducirse a 366 millones en el 2100.
Press Release
U.S. Population Projected to Begin Declining in Second Half of Century
The U.S. population is projected to reach a high of nearly 370 million in 2080 before edging downward to 366 million in 2100.
Random Samplings Blog
Understanding Hard-to-Count and Historically Undercounted Populations
In a world driven by data, accurate population counts form the foundation for informed decision-making.
Press Release
Virtual Workshop: Advancing Research on Race, Ethnicity and Inequality
The U.S. Census Bureau is scheduled to hold a virtual workshop on Advancing Research on Race, Ethnicity and Inequality Nov. 14-15, 2023.
Press Release
New Data on Minority-Owned, Veteran-Owned and Women-Owned Businesses
According to the 2022 Annual Business Survey (ABS), which covers reference year 2021, there were approximately 5.9 million employer firms in total.
Facts for Features & Special Editions
American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month: November 2023
The first American Indian Day was celebrated in May 1916 in New York.
Press Release
CONFIRMED DATE: Embargo of New Population Projections for the Nation
The U.S. Census Bureau will offer a two-day embargo period to allow media members access to the 2023 National Population Projections.
Press Release
New Data on Field of Degree by Earnings Now Available
A new Earnings by Field of Degree table package providing detailed data on field of bachelor’s degree and median earnings
Stats for Stories
National Manufacturing Day: October 6, 2023
The U.S. Census Bureau joins a group of public and private organizations in celebrating the importance of the manufacturing sector of the nation’s economy.
Stats for Stories
Global Diversity Awareness Month: October 2023
Diversity is all the ways in which we differ: race, ethnicity, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, parental status, educational background, etc.
Press Release
Census Bureau Provides Interactive Map of Homeownership Data From the 2020 Census
The U.S. Census Bureau released an interactive map illustrating 2020 Census data about homeownership by the age, race and ethnicity of the householder.
Press Release
Census Bureau Releases 2020 Census Data for Nearly 1,500 Detailed Race and Ethnicity Groups, Tribes and Villages
2020 Census population counts and sex-by-age statistics for 300 detailed race and ethnic groups as well as 1,187 detailed AIAN tribes and villages.
Random Samplings Blog
Data Quality and the Detailed DHC File A
Today the Census Bureau released new statistics about our nation’s communities, providing population counts and sex-by-age statistics.
Press Release
Datos del Censo del 2020 sobre grupos raciales y étnicos detallados
El Censo del 2020 muestra conteos de población y estadísticas por sexo y edad de grupos raciales y étnicos, y de tribus y aldeas detallados.
Press Release
Census Bureau to Host Data Innovation Symposium in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Census Bureau is partnering with the Puerto Rico IT Cluster to co-host a Data Innovation Symposium in San Juan, Puerto Rico, October 12-13.
Press Release
La Oficina del Censo organizará un Data Symposium en Puerto Rico
La Oficina del Censo, en colaboración con el Puerto Rico IT Cluster, llevará a cabo el Data Innovation Symposium en San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Director's Blog
Realizing Our Public Service Through Continuous Community Engagement
When’s the last time you thought about what being a public servant really means for us at the U.S. Census Bureau?
Random Samplings Blog
What You Should Know About the Upcoming Detailed DHC File A
The upcoming 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A greatly expands what we know about the racial and ethnic composition of the U.S. population.
Press Release
Income, Poverty and Health Insurance Coverage in the U.S.: 2022
The U.S. Census Bureau announced today that real median household income in 2022 fell in comparison to 2021.
Press Release
Ingresos, pobreza y cobertura de seguro de salud en los Estados Unidos
La Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. publica las estadísticas del 2022 sobre ingresos, pobreza y seguro médico.
Research Matters Blog
Using Administrative Data to Evaluate Nonresponse Bias - CPS ASEC
In the annual income report, Income in the United States: 2022, the U.S. Census Bureau tabulates the national income distribution using survey responses.
Stats for Stories
Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance: September 11, 2023
The 2021 American Community Survey estimated there were 176,103 U.S. emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics, up from 136,900 in 2010.
Random Samplings Blog
Exploring the Racial and Ethnic Diversity of Various Age Groups
The 2020 Census showed that while the population under 5 years was the nation’s most racially and ethnically diverse age group, variation existed among states.
Press Release
Webinar on Release of 2020 Census Detailed DHC File A
The U.S. Census Bureau will hold a prerelease webinar Sept. 13 to discuss the 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A to be released to the public on Sept. 21.
Press Release
CPS Table Packages Now Available
The U.S. Census Bureau released new tables from the 2022 Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement.
Stats for Stories
Women’s Equality Day: August 26, 2023
According to the Current Population Survey, 2020 voter turnout was 68.4% for women and 65.0% for men. About 9.7 million more women than men voted.
Press Release
Census Bureau Announces Release Date for 2020 Census Data Product on Race and Ethnicity
Provides population counts and sex-by-age statistics for approx. 1,500 detailed race and ethnic groups and detailed AIAN tribes and villages.
Stats for Stories
National Thrift Store Day: August 17, 2023
According to the 2021 County Business Patterns stats, there were 18,640 used merchandise stores in the U.S. with 189,892 employees and a $4.38B annual payroll.
Press Release
Uninsured Health Rates Down in 280 Counties, Up in 80 Counties
The rate of Americans under age 65 without health insurance decreased in 280 counties and increased in 80 counties between 2020 and 2021.
Press Release
Census Bureau Provides Update on 2020 Census Island Area Data Products
The U.S. Census Bureau today announced the 2020 Census Island Areas Demographic and Housing Characteristics (DHC) File is scheduled for release on July 20.
Stats for Stories
Virginia 235th Anniversary of Statehood (1788): June 25, 2023
Virginia gained statehood on June 25, 1788 – (10th state). Nicknames: Old Dominion, Mother of Presidents. Motto: Sic semper tyrannis (Thus Always to Tyrants).
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