📅 The Week Ahead: ACS 5-Year Pre-Release Webinar

Join us on Thursday, December 5, for a webinar in advance of our December 12 release of the 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates.

Learn how to access ACS data and get tips for comparing geographies and statistics over time.

📊 Coming This Week

2022 Economic Census – Geographic Area Statistics 

On Thursday, December 5, the Census Bureau will release Geographic Area Statistics data as part of the 2022 Economic Census. For the first time, the Geographic Area Statistics will be a single release – every sector and geography will be available on the same day providing data users with a more complete view of economic activity across the country. 

This data will provide detailed industry statistics by geographic area, including states, counties, and metropolitan and micropolitan statistical areas, for employer businesses in the United States. 

Demographic and Housing Characteristics for 119th Congress

On Thursday, December 5, the Census Bureau will release the 2020 Census 119th Congressional District Summary File, reflecting the districts of the 119th Congress and 2024 state legislative districts in effect for the November 2024 elections. When states report changes in their district boundaries, the Census Bureau regenerates tables previously released as part of the 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics File using the new boundaries.

Join us on Thursday, December 5, as we continue discussing topics remaining from our 2030 Census Advisory Committee Fall Meeting. 

📅 Holidays and Observances

• ⛄ The 2024 Winter Holiday Season is here!
• 🤝 Giving Tuesday is December 3. 
• 🎗️ Wreaths Across America Day is December 14.
• 📝 National Crossword Puzzle Day is December 21.

📌 In Case You Missed It

Our International Database produces population estimates and projections for over 200 countries and areas with populations of 5,000 or more.

Updated estimates and projections for 34 countries are now available.

Visit America Counts to learn what these updates reveal. 

Statehood Anniversaries: Illinois and Delaware

On Tuesday, December 3, Illinois will celebrate its 206th anniversary. Illinois joined the Union as the 21st state.

Delaware will celebrate its 237th anniversary on Saturday, December 7. Delaware was the Union's first state.

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💻 Upcoming Census Academy Webinars

• December 5: 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Pre-Release Webinar
  
• December 16: Methodology Updates for the Vintage 2024 Estimates
• December 19: MDAT 2.0: Explore the Refreshed Census Bureau Microdata Access Tool
  

📈 Economic Indicators 

Monday: Construction Spending (Construction Put in Place)

Wednesday: Full Report – Manufacturers' Shipments, Inventories and Orders

Thursday: U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services

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