The American Community Survey (ACS) helps local officials, community leaders, and businesses understand the changes taking place in their communities. It is the premier source for detailed population and housing information about our nation.
Data
2017 Data Release
Learn more about 2017 ACS data releases, including the latest release of new 2013-2017 ACS 5-year estimates.
Data Tell Stories. Tell Us Yours!
Share the creative ways you use American Community Survey data to make decisions.
Preview County Profiles on data.census.gov
Search for your county on data.census.gov to explore a visual snapshot of statistics and provide feedback on this preview data dissemination platform.
News
STATS FOR STORIES | JANUARY 03, 2019
Alaska 60 Years of Statehood: January 3, 2019
President Eisenhower signed the proclamation admitting Alaska as the 49th state on Jan. 3, 1959. Known as The Last Frontier, its motto is North to the Future.
STATS FOR STORIES | DECEMBER 15, 2018
Bill of Rights Day: December 15, 2018
The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution focus on individual rights and were ratified on Dec. 15, 1791. Amendment I protects freedom of expression.
PRESS RELEASE | DECEMBER 06, 2018
Median Household Income, Poverty Rates and Computer and Internet Use
The 2013-2017 American Community Survey five-year estimates feature more than 40 social, economic, housing and demographic topics.
Events
EVENT | DECEMBER 05, 2018
Housing Assistance Council (HAC) Rural Housing Conference
Learn how to make data work for you during the U.S. Census Bureau's partnered presentation at the Housing Assistance Council (HAC) Rural Housing Conference.
EVENT | NOVEMBER 27, 2018
2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-year Pre-Release Webinar
Learn more about the latest ACS 5-year data release with background information, changes for this release, and new data release information on the ACS website.
EVENT | NOVEMBER 07, 2018
National League of Cities City Summit
Visit the Census Bureau at the National League of Cities City Summit. Staff in the exhibit space will demonstrate how to access data for local communities.
Library
WORKING PAPER | DECEMBER 17, 2018
Cognitive Pretesting of the 2017 American Community Survey Mail Design
Results from expert review and cognitive testing of mailing materials for the 2017 American Community Survey
VISUALIZATION | DECEMBER 11, 2018
Housing Administrative Record Simulation
The American Community Survey (ACS) is continually testing ways to improve the survey and reduce respondent burden.
VISUALIZATION | DECEMBER 06, 2018
What Can You Learn About Counties From the American Community Survey?
The American Community Survey (ACS) is the premier source for detailed population and housing information about our nation.