Our Mission

To be the preeminent collector and provider of timely, relevant, and quality data about the people and economy of the United States. We will succeed by valuing our employees, innovating in our work, and responding to our customers.

Our Goal

To provide the best mix of timeliness, relevancy, quality, and cost for the data we collect and services we provide.

• History -- did you know the first census was in 1790?
• Census Centennial Celebration -- information about our Centennial events
• Annual Financial Report (PDF)
• Internet Site -- awards, statistics, downtime, and more
• Maps and directions to the Census Bureau
• We are part of the U.S. Department of Commerce

People at the Census Bureau

• Executive Staff Roster (PDF) and Organization Chart
• Staff Search -- phone numbers and email look-up
• Telephone Contacts -- by subject area
• Fellowship Programs

Activities at the Census Bureau

• International Programs
• Our many surveys
• Research Opportunities at the Census Bureau (PDF)
• Statistical Activities

Customer Information

• Citation Styles -- for our Internet information
• Customer Service and Customer Information and Exchange Page
• How to access Census Bureau Data
• Procurement -- doing business with us

How to Reach U.S. Bureau of the Census

Census Customer Services: 301-763-INFO(4636)
FAX (General information): 301-457-4714
For more information, direct e-mail comments and questions to: customer.services@census.gov.