Census Count of U.S. Businesses: Why Responses Matter

Economic Census will survey more than 4 million business locations starting this week. Learn more in this America Counts story.

America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers Census Count of U.S. Businesses: Why Responses Matter Most people know that the U.S. Census Bureau measures the nation's population once every 10 years. But fewer know that every five years, it conducts another important survey that measures the nation's businesses to give us a comprehensive measure of U.S. economic activity across more than 21,000 geographic areas. Letters for the 2022 Economic Census are scheduled to be mailed this week. The letters will explain how business respondents can fill out the 2022 Economic Census questionnaires online. Read More The 2022 Economic Census is conducted in 2023 but is based on 2022 data. The statistics it collects will cover 19 economic sectors that encompass 950 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) industries. Businesses asked to participate should respond by March 15, 2023. Continue reading to learn more about: Who will receive the 2022 Economic Census The cornerstone of economic statistics The unique nature of the Economic Census How the Economic Census helps everyone An overview of the 2022 Economic Census Help us spread the word about America Counts! Share this on social media or forward it to a friend. Share This You May Be Interested In Retail Trade Is the Top Sector in the Five U.S. Territories Data released in late 2020 from the Census Bureau's 2017 Economic Census of Island Areas show economies of these territories mirror the U.S. economy in many ways. Learn More About America Counts America Counts features stories on various topics including:  Families, Housing, Employment, Business, Education, Economy  Emergency Management, Health, Population, Income and Poverty For the Media: Contact our Public Information Office for inquiries or interviews.  Don't miss an America Counts story! Use the button below to sign up and update your preferences. Subscribe

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