Research Guides
U.S. Decennial Census: 2020
Decade by decade information about how to access and use U.S. Census reports.
About the 2020 Census
Highlights
- See our Digital Exhibit: 2020 Census
- 24th decennial census
- First decennial census that respondents can fill out online
- Option to fill out via mail, phone, or online
Questions asked
- Online from the Census Bureau here
- Information obtained from all households:
- Number of people staying in the residence on April 1, 2020
- Additional people staying in the residence not included in the above on April 1, 2020
- Type of residence
- Telephone number
- Information obtained from all persons:
- Name
- Sex
- Age and Date of Birth
- Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin
- Race whether White, Black or African American, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander, or Other
Additional Resources
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2020 Census WebsiteFor more information on the Census, check their official website.
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Information on Special CircumstancesThis page gives descriptions of who to count and under what circumstances you should count someone.
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Census 2020, Office of Financial Management, State of WashingtonThe Office of Financial Management "serves as the liaison between Washington State and the U.S. Census Bureau, acts as an advocate on census-related issues for Washington and facilitates the bureau’s mission of achieving a complete, accurate 2020 census count."
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Why is the 2020 Census Important?This page provides an outline of what the Census will be used for.
Census Data
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Social ExplorerMaps and reports based on U.S. Census and other data sources, 1790 to present.
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Explore Census DataCensus and survey data about the United States, Puerto Rico and the Island Areas. (American FactFinder will be retired in early 2020)
Concerns about the 2020 Census
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Disclosure AvoidanceThis page provides information on how personal information provided will be protected.
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Questions about CitizenshipQuestions about an individual's citizenship status will NOT be asked on the 2020 Census. This guide provides more information regarding the question's history and 2018/19 controversy.
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Libraries' Guide to the 2020 CensusPrepared by the American Library Association to address basic concerns, including public libraries as sites for online responding.
Contact
Need help? Call the Government Publications, Maps, Microforms & Newspapers help desk at (206) 543-4164 during desk hours.