Summary
The U.S. Census Bureau is preparing for the 2030 national census by testing new methods to count people in hard-to-reach areas. In Alaska, officials have developed a strategy to accurately count residents in one of the state's most remote villages.
Key Facts
- The next major U.S. national census will occur in 2030.
- The Census Bureau is conducting field tests this year to improve counting methods.
- These tests are focused on reaching populations that are difficult to count.
- Alaska has some of the most remote areas in the United States.
- Officials in Alaska are using a specific plan to count residents in a particularly remote village.
- Accurate counting is important for resource allocation and representation.
