As America Turns 250 Years Old, the Census is Not Far Behind at 236

The decennial census, mandated by the framers of the Constitution, has evolved along with our nation over the course of their shared history.

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Unlike the rest of the U.S., the South is growing its youth population

Population across the region grew across all age groups between 2020 and 2025. But it was the only region with growing numbers of people under 18.

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As America Turns 250 Years Old, the Census is Not Far Behind at 236

The decennial census, mandated by the framers of the Constitution, has evolved along with our nation over the course of their shared history.

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Exploring Census Data Webinar: Building a Data-Driven Business Plan

Join us for a webinar to learn how to identify key data and develop a plan to make informed decisions.

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Economic Outlook | NC OSBM

Analysis of North Carolina's economic outlook for 2026-27

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Demographic Outlook | NC OSBM

State Demographer's annual analysis of North Carolina's population dynamics and what drives the state's demographics.

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From Data to Dollars: Using American Community Survey Data to Strengthen Grant Proposals

Learn how American Community Survey data strengthen grant applications and support community advocacy, plus a live demo on finding ACS data in data.census.gov.

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Getting Started with data.census.gov in the Classrooms

Educators, researchers and data users will learn to quickly find and access Census data on data.census.gov in this introductory webinar.

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Women Still Outnumbered Men Among the Oldest, but Gap is Narrowing

New population estimates show women still outnumbered men at older ages, but the gap is narrowing due to lower mortality rates and historical factors.

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Halifax to mark colonies' first big step toward independence | Coastal Review

Historic Halifax State Historic Site is commemorating Friday through Sunday the 250-year anniversary of North Carolina taking the first official action of any colony to call for independence of Britis...

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More Female Than Male Same-Sex Couple Households in the United States in 2024

Census Bureau data show demographic and economic characteristics of same- and opposite-sex couple U.S. households.

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Immigration to Become Sole Driver of US Population Growth

Understand more about the role of international migration in North Carolina's population growth

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Immigration to Become the Sole Driver of U.S. Population Growth

Population growth in North Carolina is growing increasingly dependent on migration. Trends in international migration will be a factor in continued growth.

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Could NC Add a US House Seat in 2030?

North Carolina is among the fastest-growing states in the nation. Will this growth translate into an additional seat in the U.S. House of Representatives by 2030?

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It’s Time for Local Governments to Reply

Learn more about important changes for 2026, including the new online Municipal Boundaries Tool.

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North Carolina top destination for domestic migrants

Latest Census Bureau estimates show North Carolina drawing more people from other states than any other state in the nation

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North Carolina’s Manufacturing Workforce Faces Growing Retirement Risk

Our recent analysis of the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Workforce Indicators (QWI) finds that the share of manufacturing workers nearing retirement has steadily increased and identifies the North Ca...

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Tribally Owned Casinos May Improve Economic Conditions on Reservations and Lower Unemployment for Nearby People of All Races

A new study explores how tribal casino expansion in the 1990s and 2000s affected poverty, jobs and income for American Indian communities and their neighbors.

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Raleigh surpassed 500,000 people in 2024

Latest population estimates show rapid population growth in Triangle municipalities continues

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Brunswick County Fastest Growing County in North Carolina

Brunswick County was the fastest growing county in North Carolina, with a remarkable 24% increase in population between April 1, 2020, and July 1, 2024.

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While Share of Younger Women Without Children Increased, More Women Had Children as They Entered Their Late 40s From 2014 to 2024

From 2014 to 2024, the share of older mothers rose as fewer teens and women in their 20s and 30s had children.

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Centenarians: 2020

The report provides an updated portrait of the centenarian population in the United States based on the 2020 Census.

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The Cost of Homeownership Continues to Rise

The median monthly owner costs for U.S. homeowners with a mortgage increased to $2,035 in 2024 from $1,960 (inflation-adjusted) in 2023.

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Housing Costs: 2024 ACS

This graphic highlights measures of housing costs and related estimates in the 2024 American Community Survey.

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Income Gap Between Householders With College Degrees and Those With High School Degrees but No College Widened Over Last Two Decades

U.S. median inflation-adjusted income for householders age 25 and over rose 18% from 2004 to 2024 but income gains varied widely by education levels.

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Connecting Dots: Turning Data into Educational Impact

A must-attend webinar for school and district administrators, geared towards turning census data into planning and decision-making tools.

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