United States Census Bureau
Principal agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System
The United States Census Bureau is the principal agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, responsible for producing data about the American people and economy. The Census Bureau is part of the United States Department of Commerce.
History[edit | edit source]
The United States Census Bureau was established in 1902, although the first census was conducted in 1790. The Bureau was created to provide a permanent organization to conduct the decennial census and to collect other demographic and economic data.
Functions[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the Census Bureau is to conduct the United States Census every ten years, which allocates the seats of the United States House of Representatives to the states based on their population. The Bureau also conducts numerous other surveys, including the American Community Survey, the Economic Census, and the Current Population Survey.
Organization[edit | edit source]
The Census Bureau is headquartered in Suitland, Maryland, and operates regional offices across the country. The Bureau is organized into several divisions, each responsible for different aspects of data collection and analysis.
Technology[edit | edit source]
The Census Bureau has been at the forefront of adopting new technologies for data collection and analysis. In the 1950s, the Bureau was one of the first organizations to use a UNIVAC I computer for data processing.
Data Access[edit | edit source]
The Census Bureau provides access to its data through various platforms, including the data.census.gov website, which allows users to explore and download data.
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Regional Offices[edit | edit source]
The Census Bureau maintains regional offices to facilitate data collection and outreach. These offices are strategically located to cover different parts of the country.
Related pages[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- "About the Census Bureau." United States Census Bureau. Accessed October 2023.
- "History." United States Census Bureau. Accessed October 2023.
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