(Summary)
Simpler, less costly, and more accurate
The next census of the United States' population and housing will be conducted as of April
1, 2000. Reflecting a long tradition, Census 2000 will be the 22nd decennial enumeration
in an unbroken chain that our Nation has undertaken. In many significant respects,
however, Census 2000 will deviate sharply from tradition.
As this Nation moves forward into a new century, the decennial census also must move forward. The Census Bureau has developed a plan for conducting Census 2000, incorporating many new features that address the two concerns that many people had about the 1990 census: that it cost too much and that it did not include everyone. The Census 2000 operational plan redesigns the census process in bold and fundamental ways.
From apportioning the U.S. House of Representatives to providing the data used by communities, businesses, and Americans everywhere, the decennial census is the cornerstone of our knowledge about our Nation. The census is the only data gathering operation in the United States that is mandated by the Constitution and the only one that produces a broad array of information on the American people and their housing at the smallest geographic levels.
Last Revised: Thursday, 07-Aug-97 07:42:08
Author: 2000usa@census.gov (If you would like to receive a copy of the Census 2000 Operational Plan, send us your mailing address. To review or download this 67-page (about 200k) document, click HERE.)