Research Guides
U.S. Decennial Census: 2010
Decade by decade information about how to access and use U.S. Census reports.
About the 2010 census
Highlights
- 23rd decennial census
- US population: 308,745,538
- Washington population: 6,724,540
Questions asked
- Online from the Census Bureau here
- Information obtained from all persons:
- Name
- Sex
- Age and date of birth
- Race and whether of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin
- Number of people staying in the house/apartment/mobile home on April 1, 2010
- Is the house/apartment/mobile home owned with mortgage, owned without mortgage, rented, or occupied without rent?
- Does the head of household sometimes live or stay somewhere else?
Statistics
- 2010 Census Data ProductsHere you can find:
• Redistricting data
• Demographic profile
• Summary files 1 & 2
• Summary Population and Housing Characteristic Reports
• Congressional District Summary File
• American Indian and Alaska Native Summary File
• 2010 Briefs
• 2010 Special Reports
• Public Use Microdata Sample
• Advance Group Quarters Summary File
• Same-sex Couple Households Supplemental Tables
• 2010 Census Population and Housing Tables
• 2010 Modified Race Data Summary File
Additional Resources
- 2010 Census, Puget Sound Regional CouncilDemographic profiles and redistricting data.
- Census 2010, Office of Financial Management, State of WashingtonWashington State 2010 data products including Summary File 1 & 2, Demographic profiles, and Redistricting data.
- Residence Rule and Residence Situations for the 2010 CensusHelpful for determining if a person can be counted, and where they will be counted for the 2010 Decennial Census.
- Seattle's Population and DemographicsSeattle-at-a Glance, Census 2010.
More Information from the US Census Bureau
- Measuring America: The Decennial Censuses From 1790 to 2000A 140-page report released in 2002 detailing the evolution and history of the census questionnaire from its inception in 1790 to 2000.
- Through the DecadesAn overview of the census from 1790 to 2010 that includes the history of census legislation, efforts to improve the count, and the technical innovations introduced to improve data collection, processing, and publication.
- Decennial Census by DecadeDetails events surrounding the decennial census. Click on the desired year.
Guides and Documentation
Census Compilations
- List of Census CompilationsCensus compilations usually cover large areas and can be very useful when comparing statistics over time.
Data Sources
- List of Raw Data SourcesRaw data files are intended to be loaded into statistical software for analysis and table creation. In some cases these files can be used with spreadsheet software as well.
- Social Explorer
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Maps and reports based on U.S. Census and other data sources, 1790 to present. - Explore Census DataPopulation, housing, economic and geographic information from a variety of surveys.
Contact
Need help? Call the Government Publications, Maps, Microforms & Newspapers help desk at (206) 543-4164 during desk hours. You can also consult the 24/7 Ask Us! reference service.