The Economic Census is the U.S. Government's official five-year measure of American business and the economy. It is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau, and response is required by law.
Forms go out to more than 4 million businesses, including large, medium and small companies representing all U.S. locations and industries. Respondents are asked to provide a range of operational and performance data for their companies.
As part of the U.S. Census Bureau's mission to measure America's economy, the next Economic Census will be conducted for the year ending December 2012.
Response to the Economic Census is important for your industry, your community and your business.
If you receive an Economic Census form, your response is required by law. All companies who receive forms must respond so each industry and region will be accurately represented.