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United States Population and Housing Census 2010

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General Info
Original or alternative title 
U.S. Census 2010
Provider 
United States Census Bureau (USCB)
Tabulations only
Geography 
United States of America (USA)
Coverage type 
Country
Time period covered 
01/2010 - 12/2010
Data type
Census:
  • Household
  • Nationally representative
Summary 

The 2010 USA Census counted every resident in the United States. Approximately 74% of households returned census forms via mail. The remaining households were counted by census workers walking through neighborhoods. The 2010 Census form covered number of individuals in the household and their relationship to the head of the household.

Keywords 
Family composition, Family size, Housing, Population, Race
GHDx Entry last modified on: Sep 15, 2021