2010
Census Information
The foundation of our
American democracy is dependent on fair and equitable
representation in Congress. In order to achieve an
accurate assessment of the number and location of the
people living within the nation’s borders, the U.S.
Constitution mandates a census of the population every
10 years.
The census population
totals determine which states gain or lose
representation in Congress. It also determines the
amount of state and federal funding communities receive
over the course of the decade. 2010 Census data will
directly affect how more than $3 trillion is allocated
to local, state and tribal governments over the next 10
years. In order for this funding allocation to be
accomplished fairly and accurately, the goal of the
decennial census is to count everybody-both citizens and
non citizens. The facts gathered in the census also help
shape decisions for the rest of the decade about public
health, neighborhood improvements, transportation,
education, senior services and much more.
Census Website & Fact Sheets
