Economic Census
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The Economic Census is the official five-year measure of businesses in the United States providing comprehensive statistics at the national, state, and local levels. It serves as the benchmark for current economic activity, such as the Gross Domestic Product and Producer Price Index.
| Agency | DOC, CENSUS |
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Historical Data Availability
No Known Issue
Future Data Availability
No Known Issue
While the ICR for 2022 Economic Census has been expired for a year, the Economic Census is only conducted every five years. A new ICR would need to be in place in early 2027.
Data Quality
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Statutory Context
No Known Issue
This data collection is required by law 13 U.S.C. sections 131 and 224.
Staffing and Funding
Moderate Risk
From FY2024 to FY2026, the Census Bureau has lost more than 2,500 staff (~20%). While the FY27 President's Budget requests an approximately 30% increase for the Census Bureau, the proposal recommends reductions to many programs and surveys. In May 2026, the House Appropriations Committee advanced its version of the budget, proposing level funding at FY26 levels.
Policy
No Known Issue
Last updated: 2026-06-17
Details
| OMB Control Number | 0607-0998 |
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