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2020 Census Response Rate Update: 99.98% Complete Nationwide 2020 Census Response Rate Update: 99.98% Complete Nationwide

99.98% of all housing units and addresses nationwide were accounted for in the 2020 Census as of the end of self-response and field data collection operations.

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2020 Census Frequently Asked Questions 2020 Census Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about the 2020 Census completion rates, the upcoming results and the response deadline.

PRESS RELEASE | OCTOBER 21, 2020

Household Pulse Survey Phase 2 Biweekly Data Release

The U.S. Census Bureau today released new data from the second phase of the experimental Household Pulse Survey.

PRESS RELEASE | OCTOBER 20, 2020

News Briefing to Provide Updates on 2020 Census Operations

U.S. Census Bureau officials will hold an audio news conference to share updates on 2020 Census operations and next steps.

PRESS RELEASE | OCTOBER 20, 2020

U.S. Census Bureau Celebrates World Statistics Day: 2020

The U.S. Census Bureau celebrates the third observance of World Statistics Day to recognize the importance of statistical data sharing.

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America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers

Celebrating World Statistics Day 2020 Celebrating World Statistics Day 2020

Today is World Statistics Day, an opportunity for the U.S. Census Bureau to showcase key innovations that improved its products to better serve America.

STORY | OCTOBER 14, 2020

Health Care Still Largest U.S. Employer

The 2018 County Business Patterns show that health care employs the most but Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services saw the largest payroll increase.

STORY | OCTOBER 07, 2020

The 2019 Annual Survey of Public Employment and Payroll Is Out

The Annual Survey of Public Employment and Payroll shows the largest government employment categories: education, hospitals, and police protection.

STORY | OCTOBER 05, 2020

What Recent Elections Tell Us About the American Voter Today

In the last presidential election, 70% of the voting-eligible population registered to vote and 61% voted. Almost 9 in 10 registered voters cast a ballot.

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