The next Census in 2020 will require counting an increasingly diverse and growing population of around 330 million people in more than 140 million housing units. To get an accurate count, the Census Bureau must build an accurate address list of every housing unit, maximize self-response to the census, and efficiently follow up with those who do not respond.
What You Can Do
Your part in the census is as easy as taking 10 minutes to fill out your census form and mail it back. The 2020 census questionnaire is one of the shortest in history and consists of 10 questions. If you want to do more, volunteer to become a census partner and learn the basic facts about the census and encourage others to be counted. Many Iowa communities and diversity groups have formed 2020 census committees--join yours and help spread the word that a complete and accurate 2020 census in Iowa is in our hands.
For more information on Iowa's role in the 2020 Census, click the links below.
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The Census is critical to determining how to allocate more than $590 billion in Federal funding.
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The Census has a plan for certain areas that meet criteria correlated to a high non-response rate.
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Access the operational timeline for the 2020 Census and view quarterly program reviews.
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Find and apply for jobs with the 2020 Census.
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CCCs help spread the word about the importance of the Census in their communities.
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Find out more about the Census form and see an example once it's available.
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Educate students about the value and everyday use of statistics.
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Pledge your commitment to share the 2020 Census message and mobilize constituents.
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Updated information from the U.S. Census Bureau and the State Data Center.
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Census 2020 Contact Information
For local inquiries, contact Gary Krob, State Data Center Coordinator.
The Chicago Regional Office is responsible for all data collection, data dissemination, and geographic operations for the 2020 Census under the current service area boundaries which include Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin.
1111 W. 22nd Street, Suite 400
Oak Brook, IL 60523-1918
(630) 288-9200 or 1-800-865-6384
FAX: (630) 288-9288
TDD: (708) 562-1791
E-mail: Chicago.Regional.Office@census.gov