Census Blogs

Census Blogs
Census Blogs
Experts from around the Census Bureau describe the objectives of their work and explain census and survey results.
Director's Blog
Director's Blog
Launched in 2009, this blog gives the director's point of view on everything from Census Bureau news to how we measure America's people, places and economy.
Deputy Director's Blog
Deputy Director's Blog
Launched in February 2024, this blog is a dedicated space for the Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer to provide operational updates.
Random Samplings Blog
Random Samplings
Experts from the Census Bureau describe the objectives of their work and explain census and survey results. The bureau conducts more than 100 surveys each year.
Global Reach Blog
Global Reach
Get foreign trade data reports, information on Trade Regulations and answers to your questions from the official source of US Import & Export Trade Statistics.
Research Matters Blog
Research Matters
Scientists from the Census Bureau describe the importance of research in survey design, methodology, modeling, record linkage, confidentiality protection, etc.
Featured
Director's Blog
Source Data Innovation at the Census Bureau
August 19, 2025
Behind every Census Bureau statistical product are sources of detailed data. Learn about our source data innovation in Acting Director Jarmin's new blog.
Deputy Director's Blog
Revolutionizing Economic Measurement at the Census Bureau
January 06, 2026
Learn how the Census Bureau’s Center for Economic Studies became a hub for new data-driven research and economic measurement.
Random Samplings Blog
How Is the Planning Database Updated and How Is It Used?
March 16, 2026
Planning Database now contains operational data and 2020 Census low response score.
Global Reach Blog
Census Bureau “Verify” Messages in the Automated Export System: Verify
October 28, 2024
Research Matters Blog
Using Administrative Data to Evaluate Nonresponse Bias
September 09, 2025
In the latest annual income report, the Census Bureau tabulates the national income distribution using survey responses collected as part of the 2025 CPS ASEC.
Research Matters Blog
Census Bureau Economists to Present at AEA and ASSA Annual Meetings
December 30, 2025
U.S. Census Bureau economists and social scientists are set to present their research findings at the annual meeting of the AEA and ASSA.
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