2020 United States census

The 2020 United States census was a big count of everyone living in the United States. It happened every 10 years, and the 2020 count was the 24th time. The special day for counting was April 1, 2020.

This census was different because people could answer questions online or by phone, not just on paper. It happened during a tricky time because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which made things a little harder.

The census found that 331,449,281 people lived in the 50 states and Washington, D.C.. This was about 22 million more people than the last census in 2010.

The information from the census helped decide how many votes each state would have in the 2024 United States presidential election. It also helped decide how to share over $675 billion in federal money each year. This money helps build roads, schools, hospitals, and more.

The census asked questions about how many people lived at each address, their ages, and their relationships. This information helps plan services for families, children, and older people. All the information shared with the census is kept private and protected by law.

The census also used new ways to count people, like satellite pictures and GPS, to find new houses. Workers used special apps on iPhone 8 smartphones to help them get work plans and send reports.

In the end, the 2020 census helped make sure everyone in the United States was counted, and it gave important information to help communities and plan for the future.