Census Bureau Proposes Major Changes to the 2030 Census
A proposed Census Bureau rule could change who counts toward House apportionment and remove race and ethnicity questions, but no change is final.
Population
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Census Estimates Show an Older U.S. as South Gains Residents
Final Census estimates show the U.S. median age rising while the South adds children, working-age adults and older residents, especially in outer metro counties.
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The Census Bureau’s Next Population Estimates Are Due in December
The latest official annual U.S. population estimates cover July 1, 2025. The first Vintage 2026 national and state totals are scheduled for December.
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Census Test Enters Final Days as Selected Households Face Aug. 31 Deadline
Selected households in parts of Huntsville and Spartanburg have two days to complete an online Census Test that could shape preparations for the 2030 count.
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CDC Life Tables Show U.S. Life Expectancy Reached 79 in 2024
New CDC life tables show U.S. life expectancy rose to 79.0 years in 2024, while wide differences by race, ethnicity and sex persisted.
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Plainfield’s certified population is 49,962 after special census
A U.S. Census Bureau-certified special census puts Plainfield 38 residents short of 50,000 and gives the village an updated basis for revenue estimates, service planning and infrastructure decisions.
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New Census estimates show America getting older as its middle-aged population shrinks
The U.S. population grew 3.1% through 2025, but the 45-to-64 population fell while the number of people 65 and older rose sharply.
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New Census Household Data Track Price, Housing and Mental Health Pressures
New Census tables offer a March snapshot of U.S. household finances, food access, housing energy costs, insurance, mental health and social connection.
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U.S. population growth slows as net migration falls sharply
Census estimates show the U.S. population reached 341.8 million in 2025, while a historic drop in net international migration cut annual growth to 0.5%.