Census Bureau Tip Sheet

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Demographic

Census-Related

Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS) Files (1 Percent) — Census 2000 files containing individual long-form questionnaires for a 1 percent sample of people and housing units in geographic units called super-Public Use Microdata Areas (super-PUMAS), a new geographic entity for Census 2000. The super-PUMAS are made up of a Public Use Microdata Area (PUMA) or group of contiguous PUMAs (each PUMA must have a minimum of 100,000 population). To maintain the confidentiality of the PUMS data, the minimum population threshold for super-PUMAS is 400,000. Information that could identify a household or an individual record is excluded to protect the confidentiality of respondents. The state files, which may contain one or more super-PUMAs, come with maps and geographic equivalency files, showing the relationship between the super-PUMA and standard Census 2000 geography concepts (e.g., counties, etc.). (PUMAs are delineated and shown only on the 5 percent PUMS files, which will be released at a later date.) Files for the states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico will be released first as ASCII-format FTP files on the Internet and later on CD-ROM. (Tentatively scheduled for release during the weeks of April 20 or April 27: FL, NJ, NY, RI, VT and WY).

Gross Migration Summary — Internet file with counts of people 5 years old and over, nonmovers and movers by geographic area (United States, regions, states, counties [or minor civil divisions in New England] and individual metropolitan areas); the numbers of in- and out-migrants from the same or different geographic area, as well as domestic net migration and the number of people living abroad five years ago. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 27.)

Guam Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS) File — Census 2000 file containing individual census questionnaires for a sample of 10 percent of Guam's population and housing units. Information that could identify a household or an individual record is excluded to protect the confidentiality of respondents. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 27.)

Census 2000 Summary File 4 — A total of 323 summary tables of social, economic and housing characteristics for up to 336 population groups: total population, 132 race groups, 78 American Indian and Alaska native categories, 39 Hispanic or Latino groups and 86 ancestry groups; iterations to the census tract level as long as the group meets minimal population confidentiality thresholds; largest and final Census 2000 summary file. To be released by state through September. For more details, see Note to Correspondents http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2003/sf4ntc.html>. (Tentatively scheduled for release April 29: HI, DE, NJ, VT and WI.)

Census Brief: Disability Status: 2000 — This 12-page report, using the two questions on disability from the Census 2000 long form, provides disability status of the civilian, non-institutionalized population by age, sex, race and Hispanic origin, and by type of disability. This information is given for the nation, regions and states, as well as for the 10 places with a population of 100,000 or more with the highest and lowest percentage of people age 5 and older with disabilities. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 4.)

Census Brief: Home Values: 2000 — Highlights median home values, with highs and lows across the country, for single-family housing units. Also, a look at cities with large concentrations of million-dollar homes. Data for the nation, regions and states; also, rankings of the top 10 and bottom 10 cities with populations of 100,000 or more. Other information examines the median value of single-family homes, by race and Hispanic origin. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 4.)

Census Brief: Housing Cost of Renters: 2000 — Examines the nation's high- and low-rent districts and the proportion of household income used to pay the rent. Data for the nation, regions and states; also rankings of the top 10 and bottom 10 cities with populations of 100,000 or more. Other information examines the proportion of household income used to pay the rent, by race and Hispanic origin. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 4.)

Census Brief: Employment Status: 2000 — This 10-page report, using questions on employment from the Census 2000 long form, shows employment status of people 16 and over — including labor force growth, participation rates and how employment varies among regions, states, counties and places with populations of 100,000 or more. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 4.)

Non-Census

Facts for Features: Mother's Day — Statistical information from the Census Bureau's demographic and economic subject areas pertaining to Mother's Day 2003. Similar Facts for Features commemorate other special occasions throughout the year. (Scheduled for release on
April 28.)

Population Estimates for Puerto Rico Municipios: 2002 — Estimates of the population of the commonwealth and its municipios as of July 1, 2002. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 20.)

The Black Population in the United States: March 2002 — Report and tables from the March 2002 Current Population Survey show data for blacks by age, marital status, family type and size, education, occupation, income, poverty and housing. The tables also show comparable national data for non-Hispanic whites. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 20.)

Supplemental Security Income and Its Noninstitutional Recipients: July 1997 and 1999 — Information about who receives SSI benefits, how much they receive and their demographic characteristics. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 20.)

Extended Measures of Well-Being: Living Conditions in the United States: 1998 — Examines a large set of well-being measures in 1998 and compares them with similar measures in 1992. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 20.)

Facts for Features: Older Americans Month — Data from the Census Bureau's demographic areas about the 65-and-over population, which is honored and recognized in May. Similar Facts for Features commemorate other historic dates or events throughout the year. (Scheduled for release the week of May 4.)

The Older Population in the United States: March 2002 —Report and tables from the March 2002 Current Population Survey present national-level data on the socioeconomic characteristics of people age 55 and over, with tables on subjects such as marital status, educational attainment, labor force status, income and poverty status. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 4.)

Children's Living Arrangements and Characteristics: March 2002 —Report and tables from the March 2002 Current Population Survey with national-level data on the often complex living arrangements of children. Includes new estimates of children who live with "stay-at-home" fathers or mothers. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 4.)

2003 American Housing Survey (National Sample) — Beginning on June 2, as part of the biennial American Housing Survey, Census Bureau field representatives will visit 63,000 randomly selected housing units, asking the residents about topics such as housing costs, plumbing facilities, type of mortgage, source of water, frequency of equipment failures, overall opinion of the neighborhood and demographic and financial characteristics. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 11.)

Survey of Income and Program Participation — Announcement of survey to collect data on financial assistance provided to members of another household, health insurance coverage, employment, income and other topics. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 11.)

Economic

2001 State Government Finances — Detailed revenue by type and source, such as taxes, charges and federal aid; expenditures by function (e.g., police, fire and education); and cash and security holdings for the nation and states and other levels of government. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 20.)

2002 State Tax Collections — Tax collections by category, such as severance taxes, occupation and business licenses, individual income taxes, general sales taxes and property taxes, for the nation and states. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of April 20.)

Consolidated Federal Funds Report for Fiscal Year 2002 (State and County Areas) — This report constitutes the only consolidated source of state and local area data on the majority of direct federal expenditures, as well as data on federal loan and insurance programs. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of May 11.)

Broadcast/Photo/Multimedia

Cinco de Mayo — A special digital media Web page will be available for use with Cinco de Mayo (May 5), which is celebrated by Mexican Americans to commemorate Mexico's victory over Maximilian's French forces in the 19^th century. The page will have downloadable photos, audio and text, as well as streaming video. (Expected availability date: May 1.)

Demographic

Census-Related

Summary Social, Economic and Housing Characteristics: 2000 (PHC-2) — Series of Census 2000 printed reports contain data based on 100 percent and sample questions. Sample subjects include: place of birth; residence in 1995; educational attainment; journey to work; veteran status; income in 1999; poverty in 1999; units in structure; fuel; home value; and contract and gross rent. Separate tabular reports for the nation, the 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico will be released on a flow basis through September. Geographic areas include state, county, county subdivision, place, American Indian and Alaska Native area and Hawaiian home land. Similar to the 1990 census CPH-5 series. A list of states for which PHC-2 reports have been released is available on the Internet: <http://www.census.gov/census2000/pubs/phc-2.html>.

Accuracy and Coverage Evaluation (A.C.E.) Revision II —4/14/03 — A.C.E. Revision II adjusted estimates of net population undercounts and overcounts for states, counties and places. The estimates were released for purposes of academic research. They do not replace the official Census 2000 counts, and they are not for use in calculating intercensal population estimates. Also released were a technical assessment document and race and ethnicity undercount revisions. Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/dmd/www/refroom.html>.

Non-Census

County Population Estimates and Rankings: 2002 — 4/17/03 — Internet tables showing July 1, 2002, population estimates, rankings and components of change for the nation's 3,141 counties. Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2003/cb03-65.html>.

Facts for Features: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month — 4/17/03 — Statistical information from the Census Bureau's demographic areas about the Asian and Pacific islander population whose heritage is celebrated in May. Similar Facts for Features commemorate other historic dates or events throughout the year. Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2003/cb03-ff05.html>.

Facts for Features, Special Edition: U.S. Armed Forces and Veterans — 4/10/03 — Information from Census 2000 and other sources on the men and women in the military, as well as those who previously served. Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2003/cb03-ff04se.html>.

Facts for Features, Special Edition: Tax Time —4/11/03 — Information on federal and state taxes and taxpayers. Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2003/cb03-ff05se.html>.

Economic

2001 County Business Patterns — 4/10/03 — State and county data on business establishments, employment and payroll for major economic sectors, such as construction, manufacturing, retail trade, services and wholesale trade, by North American Industry Classification System codes. Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2003/cb03-58.html>.

Broadcast/Photo/Multimedia

The Profile America CD for May 2003 is in distribution. This series of 60-second features, one for each day of the month, is heard on more than 500 stations across the country, and around the world on Armed Forces Radio. Each feature is keyed to an event whose anniversary or observance is celebrated on the air date. May's Profile America covers such items as the first skyscraper, the Kentucky Derby, Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and National Teachers' Day.

A companion program, Al Dia, is produced for Spanish language stations. Copies of both programs are available by calling (301) 763-2806 or e-mailing your request to <rreed@census.gov>.

Audio and text — suitable for print features — for both Profile America and Al Dia are also available on the Internet at <http://www.census.gov/pubinfo/www/radio/>.

Television

Census B-Roll: The American Community Survey (ACS) — Distributed at recent press events, this source tape features footage of operations and activities related to the American Community Survey, an innovative substitute for the census long form that will provide current data every year. Material on this tape includes form-filling, door-to-door enumeration, data processing and ACS graphics. TRT 7:25, Project #VO2-133.

For more information, call (301) 763-3045 or e-mail <broadcast@census.gov>. To sample our video products, click on Radio/TV/Photos on the Census Bureau's Web site <http://www.census.gov>.

Photography

When license plates first appeared in April 1901, the automobile was only 8 years old and there were just under 15,000 of them in the entire country. Today there are more than 216,000,000 cars, trucks and buses zipping along the nation's highway system. Our newest Feature Photo of the Month, suitable for illustrating this fact, depicts license plates from Illinois and Wisconsin. Click on <http://www.census.gov/pubinfo/www/photos/monthphoto.html>.

Our photo collections, with easy-to-follow downloading instructions, are available online. Visit The Photo Zone Web page at <http://www.census.gov/pubinfo/www/photos/index.html>. For additional information, call (301) 763-2814 or e-mail <broadcast@census.gov>.