The Economic Census is the official five-year measure of American businesses providing comprehensive statistics at the national, state, and local levels. Follow the 2022 Economic Census release schedule for additional information.

Information on the importance of the Economic Census.

Information on the importance of the Economic Census.

Provides subnational economic data by industry, including the number of establishments, employment, first quarter payroll, and annual payroll.

Provides estimates on selected economic and demographic characteristics for businesses & business owners by sex, ethnicity, race, and veteran status.

The Annual Survey of Manufactures (ASM) provides key intercensal measures of manufacturing activity, products, and location for public and private sector use.

Identifies the scope and nature of the nation's state and local government sector including public finance and public employment and classifications.

Census Business Builder offers small business owners selected Census Bureau & other statistics to guide their research for opening or expanding their business.

The American Community Survey is the premier source for information about America's changing population, housing and workforce.

QuickFacts provides frequently requested Census Bureau information at the national, state, county, and city level.

Learn more about comparing the 2014 ACS with Census 2000, 2010 Census, and 3-year to 3-year or 5-year to 5-year estimates.

As mandated by the U.S. Constitution, America gets just one chance each decade to count its population. <br>Read more about the 2020 Census.

The U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 Census Operational Plan documents the design for conducting the 2020 Census.

The U.S. Census Bureau is at a critical juncture. Continued investment in research and development will produce an accurate and cost-effective 2020 Census.

Continued investment in real-world testing of our innovations is needed now to save $5 billion while maintaining quality.