America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers

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.

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

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