Are You in a Survey?

...if I am in a Household Survey?

Once we select your household, we send you an official letter from the Director of the U.S. Census Bureau addressed to “the resident of”.

...if I am in a Business Survey?

When a business is selected to participate in a survey or census, they will receive a survey invitation via mail, email or fax.

...that my information will be safe?

We use your answers to produce statistics that will never identify your household or business. Your data are confidential and not shared with anyone.

1. Why was my household or business selected?

We selected your household or business through a process of scientific sampling. This ensures that a small sample represents the entire group.

2. Are my answers safe and secure?

We collect data for statistical purposes only. We combine your responses to produce statistics, which never identify your household or business.

3. How are surveys done?

We conduct household surveys by mail, by phone, in person, and you can complete some surveys online. We conduct business surveys by mail and online.

List of All Surveys

This list shows all household and business surveys conducted by the Census Bureau, in alphabetical order by name as it appears on the form.

List of Household Surveys

This list shows the household surveys conducted by the Census Bureau, in alphabetical order by name as it appears on the form.

List of Business Surveys

This list shows the business surveys conducted by the Census Bureau, in alphabetical order by name as it appears on the form.

Regional Offices

To verify that a visitor to your home is a Census Bureau employee, call or e-mail the Regional Office for your state.

National Processing Center

To verify that a caller to your home or business is a Census Bureau employee, call the National Processing Center. Click above for phone numbers and hours.

Customer Service Center

For general questions, call 1-800-923-8282 or use the above link to message our Customer Service Center.