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Written by: Deborah Stempowski, Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs
In a world driven by data, accurate population counts form the foundation for informed decision-making. As the U.S. Census Bureau prepares for the crucial task of counting our population in the next census, it’s imperative to shine a spotlight on the people and households that we have the most difficulty enumerating. In our efforts to develop the best methods to do just that, we have found it essential to conceptualize two population groups: the hard-to-count (HTC) populations, and, a critical subset of those, the historically undercounted populations (HUPs).
These are two distinct concepts that mean different things. Following recommendations received from stakeholders, we recognized that these terms are commonly misunderstood, sometimes used interchangeably and often used differently than we intend. By sharing how we at the Census Bureau distinguish between the two and how it leads to improved, more relevant approaches, I hope we can have more productive discussions and engagements.
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