Census officials work to count every person in Alaska's most remote places
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.
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