Census Bureau Tip Sheet |
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A product of the U.S. Census
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January 9, 2004 | TP04-01 |
Upcoming
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Demographic |
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Census-Related |
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Census 2000 Brief: Journey to Work: 2000 — National, regional, state and selected metro area information on America’s commute to work, including average travel time, method of transportation, carpooling and driving alone, and the time a person departed for work. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Feb. 1.) |
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International Brief: Global Population at a Glance: 2002 and Beyond — This look ahead (to 2050) at worldwide population trends summarizes two reports being released simultaneously, Global Population Profile: 2002 and The AIDS Pandemic in the 21st Century. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 18.) Mini Historical Statistics — Series of 55 tables with historical statistics on demographic and economic topics such as population, education, immigration, crime, energy supply, stock prices and federal government receipts. Many of the tables contain data going back to 1900. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 25.) These Old Houses: 2001 — National and regional information on housing units built 82 years ago or more; characteristics of these units compared with those built after 1989 (new units). Data are from the 2001 American Housing Survey’s national sample. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 25.) Current Population Survey Data Collection — During the weeks of Feb. 15, March 14 and April 18, Census Bureau field representatives will visit randomly selected households in the Annual Social and Economic Supplement to the Current Population Survey’s monthly update of employment data. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 25.) Next Wave of Interviewing in Survey of Income and Program Participation — In February, interviewers visit a national sample of randomly selected households to ask about program participation, health insurance coverage, employment, income and other topics. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 25.) Statistical Abstract of the United States: 2003 — Latest edition of the national data book, a perennial government best seller, first published in 1878. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Feb. 1.) Children and the Households They Live In: 2000 — Social and economic characteristics of the nation’s 72 million children. Summary data for the nation, states and some large cities range from children living in their grandparents’ household to those living with foreign-born householders. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Feb. 1.) Facts for Features: Valentine’s Day — Statistical information from the Census Bureau’s demographic and economic subject areas pertaining to Valentine’s Day 2004. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Feb. 1.) |
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Economic |
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2002 Service Annual Survey: Securities and Commodity Contracts Intermediation and Brokerage Services — Data on revenues for securities and commodity underwriters, dealers and brokers, and other financial industries. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 18.) 2002 Vehicle Inventory and Use Survey — State reports on light and heavy trucks, minivans and sports utility vehicles, issued on a flow basis and culminating in a U.S. summary in mid-2004. Information on fuel efficiency, annual mileage, model year, primary range of operation, permanent equipment and other physical and operational characteristics. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 25.) 2002 Service Annual Survey: Professional, Scientific and Technical Services — Data on professional, scientific and technical services such as accounting and tax preparation, architectural services, scientific research services and advertising. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Jan. 25.) Annual Capital Expenditures: 2002
— The report shows capital investment spending for 130 2002 Service Annual Survey: Truck Transportation, Couriers and Messengers, and Warehousing and Storage Sector — Data on general freight trucking, couriers and local messengers, warehousing and storage, size and origin of shipments, and commodities handled. (Tentatively scheduled for release the week of Feb. 8.) 2002 Service Annual Survey —
Data on four industry groups: Arts, Entertainment |
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Broadcast/Photo/Multimedia |
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Radio Profile America for January — Segments include
“Boat Shows” (Jan. 15) and “Chinese New Year”
(Jan. 22). For these and other short features, one for every day in January,
go to <http://www.census.gov/pubinfo/www/radio/>
where you may read, listen to or download audio files. A
Spanish-language version is available at the same Web address. Look for
“Al Dia.” Photo Featured Photo of the Month — The holidays seem
to be long gone and the predicted cold winter ahead is making itself felt.
Many are already dreaming of better weather. It’s an especially
tough time for those who love boating. Go to <http://www.census.gov/pubinfo/www/bcasthome.html>
and click on “Featured Photo of the Month” for a downloadable
and publication-ready illustration of boats. (Scheduled for release on |
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Recently Released
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Demographic |
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Census-Related |
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Census 2000 and 1990 Population Rankings for New
Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Areas (PHC-T-29) —
12/30/03 — Eighteen ranking tables for 2000 and 1990 census population
counts of metropolitan statistical areas, micropolitan statistical areas,
combined statistical areas, New England city and town areas and combined
New England city and town areas, as defined by the U.S. Office of Management
and Budget on June 6, 2003. Available in PDF, Excel and comma-delimited
ASCII formats. Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/population/www/cen2000/phc-t29.html>.
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School Enrollment: Social and Economic Characteristics
of Students: October 2002 — 01/09/04 — Internet address: Facts for Features: Martin Luther King Jr. Day and National African American History Month — 01/07/04 — Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features/001645.html>. Facts for Features (Special Edition): The 2004 Presidential Election — 01/06/04 — Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features/001643.html>. Data Collection in January for Quarterly Consumer Expenditure Survey — 12/31/03 — Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/economic_surveys/001635.html>. New Year’s Day Population Total — 12/29/03 — Internet address: <http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/population/001632.html>. |
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Economic |
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No recent releases. |
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Broadcast/Photo/Multimedia |
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No recent releases. |
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For a complete listing of news releases, radio transcripts and the contents of the Public Information Office's Internet page, call our 24-hour Fax-on-Demand number on (888) 206-6463. Questions or comments should be directed to the Census Bureau's Public Information Office: telephone (301) 763-3030; fax (301) 457-3670; or e-mail <pio@census.gov>. |