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Understanding and Using American Community Survey Data: What the Business Community Needs to Know
Understanding and Using American Community Survey Data: What the Business Community Needs to Know
Suppose a restaurant owner wants to determine the best location to start a new franchise. Managers at an engineering firm want to expand their business but need more information about the local workforce. A clothing retailer needs information about potential customers before opening a new store, distribution center, or warehouse. Where can businesses find the data they need to make informed decisions?
The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) provides corporations, small businesses, and individuals the detailed social, economic, housing, and demographic data they need to gauge the sales potential of products and services, better understand the workforce, and set strategies for growth.
This guide provides a brief overview of how businesses are using ACS data to stay competitive, run efficiently, and meet customers’ needs.
Others in Series
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What Congress Needs to Know
This handbook helps congressional staff use ACS data to respond to constituent inquiries, draft floor/press statements, conduct legislative research, and more.
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What Users of Data for Amer. Indians and Alaska Natives Need to Know
This handbook helps users of data for AIAN learn how to access and use ACS data and provide concrete examples of how ACS data can answer real-world questions.
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What ACS Summary File Data Users Need to Know
This guide provides an overview of the ACS Summary File and how it can be used to access data on America’s communities.
Page Last Revised - October 7, 2022
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