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2020 Census Operations

October 03, 2019

Extensive preparations for the 2020 Census began far in advance to ensure a complete and accurate count.

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We’re adapting or delaying some of our operations to protect the health and safety of our staff and the public and make sure we get the same population counted.

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The 2020 Census at a Glance: Plan Census Outreach with the Response Ou [19 MB]
2020 Census Type of Enumeration Area (TEA)

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Innovative Technologies Ensure a Complete and Accurate 2020 Census

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Transforming Data Collection and Processing

The U.S. Census Bureau is moving to a smarter, more cost-effective way of managing core Information Technology aspects of censuses and surveys.

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How the 2020 Census Counts People Experiencing Homelessness
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U.S. Census Bureau Demonstrates Readiness for the 2020 Census
Census Bureau Finalizes 2020 Census Residence Criteria and Situations
2020 Census Local Update of Census Addresses Operation to Begin
Three Years to Go, Census Bureau Prepares for 2020 Census
U.S. Census Bureau Announces the Start of First Major Field Operation for 2020 Census
Local Update of Census Addresses Operation to Begin
Census Bureau Statement on Modifying 2020 Census Operations to Make Sure College Students are Counted

The Census Bureau continues to carefully monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and follow the guidance of federal, state and local health authorities.
U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham on Operational Updates

In support of guidance on what we can all do to help slow the spread of coronavirus, 2020 Census field operations will be suspended for two weeks until April 1.
Census Bureau Statement on Facility in Jeffersonville, Indiana
U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross and U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham Statement on 2020 Census Operational Adjustments Due to COVID-19

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the U.S. Census Bureau is adjusting 2020 Census operations.

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Counting Everyone Once, Only Once and in the Right Place

November 05, 2018

U.S. Census Bureau staff presented to the National Advisory Committee (NAC) and gave an update on how we plan to efficiently and effectively reach hard-to-count communities.

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From Horseback to Satellite, How U.S. Census Bureau Checks Addresses

Thanks to advanced satellite technology, geospatial mapping tools and people pounding the pavement, the Census Bureau maps every address in the nation.