America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers

The Economic Census Measures the Ever-Changing U.S. Economy

The Census Bureau call center receives hundreds of questions every month.

We’re bringing you the answers to some of the most common questions in a series of podcasts.  Here’s Andrew Hait from the Economic Outreach Office with the “Answer.”

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Economic Census: First Look Estimates

The Census Bureau just released First Look estimates from the 2017 Economic Census. The Economic Census provides the most comprehensive and detailed statistics on employer businesses available, and serves as the benchmark for nearly every business survey conducted by the Census Bureau.

• Press Release: U.S. Census Bureau Releases 2017 Economic Census First Look Estimates
• Data: Economic Census Data Tables
• Video: How to Navigate data.census.gov
• Explore: Visit data.census.gov

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America Counts tells the stories behind the numbers in a new inviting way. It features stories on various topics such as families, housing, employment, business, education, the economy, emergency preparedness, and population. Contact our Public Information Office for media inquiries or interviews.