Shopping Trends in 2020

A look at brick-and-mortar stores, e-commerce sales, small businesses and retail shopping overall during a year of challenges.

New Single-Family Homes Sold Not as Large as They Used to Be

The U.S. Census Bureau’s Characteristics of New Housing provides details from house size and number of bedrooms and bathrooms to wall types and sales prices.

How Older Workers With a Disability Navigate Commutes

A new U.S. Census Bureau report focuses on commuting behaviors of older workers, including those with disabilities.

Census Bureau Provides Population Estimates for Independent Evaluation of Upcoming Census Results

Demographic Analysis uses current and historical vital records, international migration data and Medicare records to estimate the population on April 1, 2020.

Changes in America’s Demographic Landscape in Distinct 5-Year Periods

Today, the U.S. Census Bureau releases the 2015-2019 American Community Survey 5-year estimates on over 40 topics for smaller geographies and population groups.

Demographic Analysis Produces Range of U.S. Population Estimates as of April 1, 2020

Independent estimates will help assess the accuracy of the 2020 Census. Demographic Analysis uses vital and Medicare records and international migration data.

U.S. Marriage and Divorce Rates Declined in Last 10 Years

Interactive data tool allows you to compare marriage and divorce rates across states for 2009 and 2019.

New Census Bureau Resources for Distance Learning

The Census Bureau’s Statistics in Schools program provides free online activities and resources to enhance student engagement in distance learning.

Can Data and Tech Help Solve Environmental Issues?

The Opportunity Project, led by the U.S. Census Bureau, celebrates its fifth anniversary with four tech development sprints to create solutions to environmental

Share of Online Retail Sales Soaring

The Census Bureau publishes data products that measure the changing retail economic landscape from brick-and-mortar stores to e-commerce.

Giving Thanks for Families in 2020

U.S. Census Bureau statistics show the changing American family, from traditional couples to same-sex parents and grandparents living with their grandchildren.

Manufacturing Faces a Labor Shortage as Workforce Ages

Nearly one-fourth of the manufacturing workforce is age 55 or older and retaining and attracting workers is a challenge.

Gaps in the Wealth of Americans by Household Type in 2017

The recently released Survey of Income Program Participation shows household wealth gaps. Home equity and retirement accounts make up 61.7% of household wealth.

Post-9/11 Veterans More Likely Than Nonveterans to be Employed

A new Census Bureau report reveals how the employment of post-9/11 veterans differs from that of those who never served in the armed forces.

2017 Economic Census Data Breaks Out Industry Growth, Changes By State

State and local data from the Census Bureau’s 2017 Economic Census provide insight into the businesses that are vital to our economy.

Uninsured Rates Highest For Young Adults Aged 19 to 34

Adults ages 26 and 27 had the nation’s highest uninsured rates at 18.3% and 17.5%, respectively.

Celebrating World Statistics Day 2020

Today is World Statistics Day, an opportunity for the U.S. Census Bureau to showcase key innovations that improved its products to better serve America.

Health Care Still Largest U.S. Employer

The 2018 County Business Patterns show that health care employs the most but Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services saw the largest payroll increase.

The 2019 Annual Survey of Public Employment and Payroll Is Out

The Annual Survey of Public Employment and Payroll shows the largest government employment categories: education, hospitals, and police protection.

What Recent Elections Tell Us About the American Voter Today

In the last presidential election, 70% of the voting-eligible population registered to vote and 61% voted. Almost 9 in 10 registered voters cast a ballot.