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HOW IS CENSUS DATA USED?
American Community Survey (ACS)
Monitors changing communities, in populations, housing, and the workforce.
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Census of Governments
Identifies the scope and nature of state and local governments.
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Population and Housing
Calculates how many people live in certain areas.
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Economic
Provides detailed information on businesses including income, geography, industry, etc.
WHAT DATA IS COLLECTED?
Calculate number of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives per state.
Define school district assignments for communities.
Build new roads and schools in communities.
Allocate funding for education, public health, neighborhood improvements, transportation, etc.
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What is the U.S. Census?
How Do I Take The 2020 Census?
How will 2020 Census Data be Used?
How Does the 2020 Census Affect Representation?
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