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etonline.combusiness3 days ago
U.S. Business Applications Rise 17% in First Half of 2026
Census data show 3.1 million Americans filed to start businesses in the first half of 2026, up from 2.6 million in the same period of 2025. The increase comes as employers added 181,000 jobs and amid rising use of side hustles and AI tools.
cnbc.compolitics5 days ago
More than 25 million adults under 35 lived with parents in 2025
Census data analyzed by Realtor.com shows a record share of younger adults living with parents. The trend coincides with higher home prices and rents.
nypost.compolitics6 days ago
U.S. Has 14.5 Million Vacant Homes Alongside 7-10 Million Unit Shortage Estimate
Newsweek reported that roughly one in 10 American homes stand empty while the country needs millions more units to close the supply gap. LendingTree analysis of Census data shows most vacant properties are not listed for sale or rent.
focustaiwan.twpolitics9 days ago
U.S. Population Ages 45-64 Declined 3.2 Percent From 2020 to 2025
New Census Bureau estimates show the 45-64 age group fell by 2.68 million people between April 2020 and July 2025. The decline occurred as the overall U.S. population continued to age and the median age rose to 39.4.
Newsweekworld12 days ago
Census Data Shows Regional Gaps in Air Conditioning Access During Heatwave
Census Bureau estimates indicate wide differences in household air-conditioning availability across states as a heat dome covers much of the eastern United States. The data show the highest shares of homes without cooling in Alaska, Hawaii, and parts of the Northwest and Northeas…
wnd.compolitics19 days ago
Supreme Court Allows End to Temporary Protected Status for Hundreds of Thousands
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the administration can end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of migrants. Census data show foreign migration into the U.S. fell from 2.7 million in 2024 to a projected 300,000 this year.
indianexpress.comworld26 days ago
Share of U.S. Adults 18-34 Living With Parents Holds Near 2020 Peak as Rents Fall
A Realtor.com analysis of Census Bureau data shows 25.2 million young adults remained at home amid higher housing costs. The share is nearly unchanged from the 2020 pandemic peak.
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flowingdata.comworld32 days ago
U.S. Census Data Show All Midwest States Gained Population From July 2024 to July 2025
U.S. Census Bureau data show all twelve states in the region posted gains while coastal housing costs remain far higher. Families cite lower home prices and reduced financial stress as reasons for relocating.
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foxnews.compolitics33 days ago
U.S. School Enrollment Falls Nearly 1 Million Since 2019 as Latino Share Rises to 24%
Census data show white non-Latino enrollment dropped to 36.6 million while Latino enrollment rose to 18.4 million. Total school enrollment also declined nearly 4 million from its 2011 peak.
680news.compolitics34 days ago
Commerce Department Orders Census Bureau and BEA to Stop Using Statistical Noise for Privacy Protection
The order directs the Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis to use coarsening instead of noise infusion for privacy protection. Officials said the change aims to restore public confidence in federal statistics.
joe.ieworld34 days ago
Study finds 47% of non-citizen households and 28% of U.S.-born households used at least one welfare program
A Center for Immigration Studies analysis of Census data shows non-citizen-headed households used at least one traditional welfare program at higher rates than U.S.-born households in nearly every state.
forbes.comfinance34 days ago
Port Laredo Edges O’Hare to Lead U.S. Ports in April Trade at $34.16 Billion
The Texas border crossing recorded the highest total merchandise trade among all U.S. ports for the second straight month, according to WorldCity analysis of Census Bureau data released this week.
world38 days ago
Americans Move Between States for Multiple Reasons Including Politics
Recent Census and Stateline data show nearly equal numbers of people moved between Texas and Washington in 2024, while Republican counties gained 3.7 million residents from mid-2020 to mid-2023. Individuals cite taxes, safety, schools, and weather alongside political alignment wh…
theolivepress.espolitics43 days ago
Private School Enrollment Falls 30,000 Since VAT on Fees Began
Pupil numbers at private schools dropped 30,000 after the introduction of 20 percent VAT on fees on January 1 last year. The Independent Schools Council census, due later this month, shows a 6.6 percent decline in some year groups and 20,000 fewer pupils in the past year alone.
MarketWatchbusiness44 days ago
Data-Center Construction Spending First Exceeds Public Transportation Outlays in April
The Census Bureau reported Monday that private spending on data centers exceeded government outlays for transportation projects for the first time in April data.
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Usa Todaybusiness49 days ago
Record Share of Senior Households Spend Over 30 Percent of Income on Housing
U.S. Census data show 12.5 million households headed by people age 65 and older spent more than 30 percent of income on housing costs in 2024. Median housing expenses for mortgage-free seniors rose 35 percent since 2019 while incomes grew more slowly.
nypost.comworld54 days ago
Hawaii Families of Four Spend Most on Groceries
A family of four in Hawaii spends an estimated $389.66 weekly on groceries, the highest amount among U.S. states. Data from the Census Bureau's Household Pulse Survey show the next-highest totals in Alaska and California.
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Study Links Parental Wealth to Adult Homeownership Rates
New research from the U.S. Census Bureau and Carnegie Mellon University examined tax and property records for millions of families. The analysis found that parental wealth influences homeownership more than adult income in high-cost markets.
koreaherald.compolitics58 days ago
Column Examines Democratic Party Challenges on Voter Appeal
A recent opinion column discusses Democratic Party positioning and voter preferences. Research cited suggests moderation on specific issues may improve election results. Demographic shifts after the 2030 Census are also noted.
nypost.comworld59 days ago
State Comptroller Report Estimates LIRR Strike Costs Up to $61 Million Daily
A state comptroller report projects the LIRR strike could cost the state up to $61 million in lost economic activity each day. The estimate draws on ridership, census, and economic data.
cryptoninjas.netpolitics59 days ago
California Representative Introduces Bill to Limit Mid-Cycle Redistricting
Rep. Kevin Kiley of California has introduced legislation aimed at restricting mid-cycle redistricting efforts. The bill addresses implications for congressional district boundaries between census periods.
finance.yahoo.comworld61 days ago
Muslim Population in England and Wales Reaches 6.5%, Report Finds
The Muslim Council of Britain released British Muslims in Numbers this week, analysing census data from 2001, 2011 and 2021. The report details a median age of 27 for Muslims, 13 years below the national average, with nearly half under 25. It also highlights rising education leve…
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rnz.co.nzfinance62 days ago
Census Data Shows Five Fastest-Growing U.S. Cities All Located in Texas
New Census Bureau figures released Thursday indicate Celina, Fulshear, Princeton, Melissa and Anna led the nation in population growth rates between July 2024 and July 2025. All five cities have fewer than 65,000 residents and lie in the outer rings of the Dallas-Fort Worth and H…
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reviewjournal.combusiness63 days ago
Midsize US Cities Hold Steady as National Population Growth Slows
Midsize US cities maintained stable populations from July 2024 to July 2025 while the national population grew at one of its slowest rates in recent years. The Census Bureau reported the nation's population rose by about 1.8 million to nearly 342 million, a 0.5 percent increase.…
marketwatch.comworld63 days ago
Midsize Cities Maintain Population Growth as U.S. Overall Rate Declines
New census estimates show the nation's largest cities experienced the sharpest slowdowns in population growth over the past year. The changes come as immigration levels declined and birthrates fell across the country. Midsize cities held relatively steady during the period.
urbanmilwaukee.compolitics64 days ago
States Review Congressional Maps Ahead of 2026 Midterm Elections
Multiple states are examining their congressional district boundaries as part of the redistricting process. Officials are considering changes that could affect representation in the 2026 elections. The review follows standard procedures after the most recent census.
cnbc.compolitics66 days ago
2026 Census Reference Date Set for May 12 as Statistics Canada Prepares to Count Canadian Population
Census day for the mandatory 2026 count arrives Tuesday as a reference date rather than a hard deadline. Statistics Canada will contact non-responders in June and send final reminder letters in mid-July. The census, conducted every five years, informs decisions on housing, school…
foxnews.compolitics67 days ago
President Trump Presses Southern States on Mid-Decade Redistricting
President Trump and top aides are pressing Republican leaders in South Carolina and other Southern states to advance mid-decade redistricting plans. The effort seeks to adjust congressional district boundaries outside the normal once-a-decade cycle that follows the census. Such m…
New York Postpolitics68 days ago
U.S. ZIP Codes Show Wide Range in College Degree Attainment, From 1% to Over 90%
New Census Bureau data analyzed by UnitedStatesZipCodes.org shows stark contrasts in educational attainment across 41,552 active U.S. ZIP codes. Boston's 02210 leads with 95.7 percent of adults 25 and older holding college degrees while Green Bay's 54307 sits at the bottom. The A…
nbcnews.comworld68 days ago
Trump Administration Urges GOP Leaders in South Carolina and Southern States to Consider Mid-Decade Redistricting
President Trump and top aides are pressing Republican leaders in South Carolina and other Southern states to advance mid-decade redistricting plans. The effort marks an unusual intervention into state legislative map-drawing typically reserved for the decennial census cycle. @WSJ…
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U.S. Census Bureau Publishes List of 1,000 Most Common First Names from 2020 Census Data
The U.S. Census Bureau has released a list detailing the 1,000 most common first names in the country, based on data collected during the 2020 Census. The list reflects naming trends across the United States as recorded in the latest decennial census.
koreatimes.co.krworld93 days ago
U.S. Census Bureau Releases 2026 Analysis of 2020 Surname and First Name Trends
The U.S. Census Bureau released data in 2026 analyzing surname trends from the 2020 census. Five of the top 15 U.S. surnames are of Spanish origin, with Smith remaining No. 1 since 1790. Asian-linked names showed the most growth from 2010 to 2020.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewscience97 days ago
India Prepares for World's Largest Census to Explore Population Science
India is conducting the world's largest census, involving detailed data collection on its population. The effort aims to examine population science through comprehensive enumeration. This process will cover demographic details across the country.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewfinance98 days ago
US Wholesale Inventories Rise 0.8% in February, Exceeding Expectations
The US Census Bureau reported that wholesale inventories increased by 0.8% month-over-month in February, compared to an estimate of -0.1% and a prior revised figure of -0.5%. Wholesale trade sales rose 2.7% in the same period, surpassing the expected 0.6% and the prior revised 1.…
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ConsumerAffairs Ranks U.S. States for Renters Based on Affordability and Protections
ConsumerAffairs analyzed U.S. states using data from the U.S. Census Bureau and other sources to rank them on renter metrics including affordability, availability, quality of life, and tenant protections. North Dakota ranked first for the third consecutive year, followed by Color…
realclearmarkets.combusiness101 days ago
Upper Middle Class Becomes Largest Income Group in US Based on AEI Research
Research from the American Enterprise Institute indicates that the upper middle class now represents 31% of US households, up from 1979 levels. This shift results from income gains moving households into higher brackets, while the core and low middle class shares have declined. T…
world102 days ago
Greater Bilby Populations Increase Fourfold in Australian Sanctuaries Since 2021
The Australian Wildlife Conservancy reported a census showing 5,330 greater bilbies across six sanctuaries, up from levels in 2021. The growth follows reintroductions at sites including Newhaven Animal Sanctuary in the Northern Territory. Factors include predator exclusion and fa…