The Census matters for all New Yorkers.
Our success in a fair, accurate, complete count in 2030 starts now, and you can be a part.
The Census matters for three reasons above all: data, dollars, and districting.
A reminder of how an accurate Census count and individuals being counted in their primary community of residence are hugely important for…
Key Resources for all New Yorkers
While the full decennial count only happens every 10 years, the Census affects our lives and communities every day. Here are quick resources you can review and share as a reminder of just how important it is that we get a complete count in 2030 and that we respond to other US Census Bureau questionnaires.
How was New York impacted by the 2020 Census?
We’re still learning the ramifications of the 2020 Census count in New York state. We know that we lost political representation in the form of one seat in the US House of Representatives, when we could have reversed this trend by having just 89 more New York residents in our count. We know that in some populations, there were overcounts and in others there were undercounts. This means not all neighborhoods and New York residents are getting equitable funding. We know that we can do better in 2030. So, let’s start laying the groundwork now.
Sources: NBC News, AP News, New York Times
What you can do today to help ensure a complete count in 2030.
Check out these resources to help you understand and share the importance of the Census starting now.
NYLS Census White Paper: What is the ACS?
This white paper is part of a series by the New York Census and Redistricting Institute at New York Law School. This series provides insights into the past, present, and possible future of how Census data affects policy, equity, and all of New York.
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NYLS Census White Paper: Prison Gerrymandering?
This white paper is part of a series by the New York Census and Redistricting Institute at New York Law School. This series provides insights into the past, present, and possible future of how Census data affects policy, equity, and all of New York.
NYLS Census White Paper: Hard-to-Count Populations
This white paper is part of a series by the New York Census and Redistricting Institute at New York Law School. This series provides insights into the past, present, and possible future of how Census data affects policy, equity, and all of New York.
NYLS Census White Paper: Data Disaggregation
This white paper is part of a series by the New York Census and Redistricting Institute at New York Law School. This series provides insights into the past, present, and possible future of how Census data affects policy, equity, and all of New York.
NYLS Census White Paper: Census Funding & New York State
This white paper is part of a series by the New York Census and Redistricting Institute at New York Law School. This series provides insights into the past, present, and possible future of how Census data affects policy, equity, and all of New York.
NYLS Census White Paper: Race & Ethnicity
This white paper is part of a series by the New York Census and Redistricting Institute at New York Law School. This series provides insights into the past, present, and possible future of how Census data affects policy, equity, and all of New York.
Sources of Input for 2030 Census Planning and Execution
The League submitted comments to the Census Bureau in response to a request for public comment on how the Bureau can improve the 2030 Census. Comments focused on ending prison gerrymandering, ensuring accurate counting, creating more accessible digital census options, and collecting data that is inclusive of all communities- including revising the standards for federal data on race and ethnicity.
How the Census guides apportionment of political representation.
Apportionment is the process of dividing the 435 memberships, or seats, in the U.S. House of Representatives among the 50 states. At the conclusion of each decennial census, the results are used to calculate the number of seats to which each state is entitled.
Did you know the U.S. Census Bureau is part of the U.S. Department of Commerce?
The Department of Commerce’s mission is to create the conditions for economic growth and opportunity for all communities, and the federal government relies on accurate, complete Census counts to fund opportunities where we live.
Why the Census Matters
The Museum of the City of New York has a useful graphic showing federal investment into crucial social services programs based on Census responses. While this graphic is specifically for the area around New York City, the same kinds of programs all across New York State rely on Census responses for funding.
Spread the Word
The Census touches all things. Here are the latest updates for all New Yorkers to understand Census-related advocacy opportunities with your elected officials and other Census news.
Stay Informed
The Census touches all things. Here are the latest updates for all New Yorkers to understand Census-related advocacy opportunities with your elected officials and other Census news.
Updated March 2023
All New Yorkers can make a difference in the 2030 Census starting now.
Will you be a New York Counts Census Champion?
Join the New York Counts coalition today.
Our goal is to build a broad, diverse coaltion across all of New York State who can begin to form a groundswell of engagement in each and every community around the decennial Census to help ensure a complete count. Joining this coalition is as easy as signing up for updates today so that we can empower you for tomorrow.