ACS Research & Evaluation Program

The Research and Evaluation program conducts research and evaluation projects, including survey methodology research, important for the improvement of the ACS.

2019

WORKING PAPER | SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Response Consistency between the Detailed Race and Hispanic Origin Questions from the 2016 ACS Content Test and the Ancestry Question

Learn more about the difference between the ACS questions pertaining to race and ancestry or ethnic origin, and the potential changes for the 2020 ACS.

WORKING PAPER | FEBRUARY 08, 2019

Use of Admin Records to Replace or Enhance Facilities & Fuel Type

Learn more about the potential for using administrative records to capture information about utilities and appliances on the ACS.

WORKING PAPER | FEBRUARY 08, 2019

Use of Administrative Records to Replace or Enhance Questions about Housing Characteristics on the American Community Survey

Learn more about the potential for using administrative records to capture housing and property tax information on the ACS.

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ACS Research & Evaluation Program

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