* Census Surveys and Statistics
The Census Bureau conducts hundreds of surveys every year. The surveys conducted include:
- Decennial Census - This survey is the most well-known and occurs nationwide every 10 years. The population count from this survey helps determine congressional apportionment (how to divide the seats of the U.S. House of Representatives among the 50 states).
- Demographic Surveys - These surveys provide statistics about the U.S. population, such as where we live, the things we buy, and how we spend our time.
- Economic Surveys - These surveys provide statistics about U.S. businesses and governments.
Statistical information from the Census Bureau is available from the following resources:
If you have questions about Census surveys, you may contact the National Customer Service Center at 1.800.923.8282 or 1.301.763.INFO (4636). The hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET. For specific questions, contact your nearest U.S. Census Bureau Regional Office.
Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:
- U.S. and World Population
- Census Job Frequently Asked Questions
- Census Scams and Fraud
- Census Bureau Newsroom
The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rkj1Tm
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