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What Is The Census?
When we all answer the Census, our needs are heard.
The U.S. Census counts every resident in the United States, and is required by the Constitution to take place every 10 years.The 2010 Census will help communities receive more than $400 billion in federal funds each year for things such as schools, senior centers, emergency services and public works projects to name a few. The data collected by the census also help determine the number of seats your state has in the U.S. House of Representatives.
We can't move forward until you mail it back.
In March of 2010, census forms will be delivered to every residence in the United States and Puerto Rico. When you receive yours, just answer the 10 short questions and then mail the form back in the postage-paid envelope provided. If you don't mail the form back, you may receive a visit from a census taker, who will ask you the questions from the form.Any personal data you provide is protected under federal law. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share an individual's responses with anyone, includng other federal agencies and law enforcement entities.
With only 10 questions, the 2010 Census questionnaire taskes approximately 10 mintues to complete. Households are asked to provide key demographic information, including whthere a housing unit is rented or owned; the address of the residence and the names, genders ages and races of others living in the household.To view a sample interactive form online, please visit the 2010 Census Website. Please note: The Census Form cannot be filled out online.