Encyclopedia of the U.S. Census

Discover the comprehensive insights of the Encyclopedia of the U.S. Census by Margo J. Anderson, published by SAGE Publications Inc. This essential reference book, available in a durable hardback edition, spans 488 pages and is a must-have for anyone interested in the intricacies of U.S. census data. The 2nd Revised Edition, released in 2011, highlights significant changes in the Census Bureau's data collection and dissemination practices, particularly focusing on the 2010 enumeration. Learn about the implementation of a short-form questionnaire for the population count and the timely release of the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year data set, which is based on rolling samples of the U.S. population. This encyclopedia serves as a vital resource for researchers, students, and anyone looking to understand the evolution of census methodologies and their impact on American society.