The Census An Introduction
The Census
An Introduction
About The Census
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The Census, which is mandated by the
U.S. Constitution, is taken every 10 years.
It counts all residents, including U.S. citizens and non-citizens.
About The Census
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This year’s Census form asks 10 questions, including the number of people in a residence, their relationship,
Name, Sex, Age, Date of birth, Race/
Ethnicity, and home ownership.
About The Census
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All of the information collected is summarized into a statistical report.
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About The Census
Names remain confidential for 72 years.
How is the Data Used?
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Census Data is used to re-draw legislative boundaries for the U.S. House of
Representatives, state legislatures and local voting districts.
U.S. Congressional Districts
How is the data used?
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It is also used to allocate federal and state funds for education, research, transportation, road repairs, medical care, libraries and public safety.
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About The Census
Future genealogists & researchers may also find your information interesting.
Who should fill out the form?
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The Census is a survey of all people, both citizens and non-citizens.
People who live in an area more than
50% of the year should fill out the form.
For more information about mapping and using Census data contact:
Linda Zellmer
Government Information & Data Services Librarian
Western Illinois University Libraries
Malpass Library 415
LR-Zellmer@wiu.edu
309-298-2723
