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Broward County Ranks 17th
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Broward County’s population of 1,751,234 is the 17th most populous among the 3,142 U.S. counties. Though Broward grew by an estimated 126,216 since 2000; the County’s ranking declined from its previous ranking of 15th. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More… |
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Census Determines Community Funding
An accurate count of residents determines how over $400 billion dollars of federal funding each year is spent on infrastructure and services such as hospitals, job training centers, schools, senior centers, bridges, tunnels and other public works projects. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More… |
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308 Million and Counting
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates the national population is over 308 million. The estimate is based on a population clock that uses the latest available data on births, deaths, and international migration. Broward County’s population is estimated at 1.7 million. Census day is April 1, 2010. More… |
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Broward Continues to Attract New Residents
While Broward County declined in population between 2007 and 2008 (according to the U.S. Census Bureau), 95,000 new residents were added. 46,000 were from other Florida counties; 31,000 were from other states; and 18,000 were from other countries. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More... |
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Census Information is Strictly Confidential
It is illegal for the Census Bureau to share your personal information with any government agency - not law enforcement, IRS, Welfare, FBI or Immigration. Census workers are subject to a $250,000 fine and/or a five-year prison term for disclosing census information. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More... |
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1 + 1 = 25
The census counts every person, one by one, in order to determine Florida's representation in the U.S. House of Representatives. Florida has 25 of the 435 representatives in the U.S. House. According to the 2000 census, each representative represents about 650,000 people. More... |
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The First U.S. and Broward County Census
In 1790, the first census revealed that the U.S. population was 3,929,000, just enough to fit in the modern city of Los Angeles. The first census in Broward County was in 1920 and confirmed a population of 5,135. Today Broward has between 1.7 and 1.8 million residents, while the total U.S. population is 308 million. More (PDF)... |
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Community Funding Depends on You
Your local community receives funding for education, public safety, housing and community development, transportation, health care and human services programs based on Census results. On April 1, 2010, we're counting on you to be counted. More (PDF) ... |
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County's Diversity Continues to Increase
By 2008, Broward's Minority Population increased to 53 percent of the total. Hispanics in Broward display the largest annual increases while the Black non-Hispanic population records slight gains each year. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More... |
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Everyone Can Participate
U.S. census forms are available in 60 languages. In 2008, 36% of Broward County residents who were 5 years or older spoke a language other than English at home. Of those, 22% spoke Spanish and 14% spoke a language other than English or Spanish at home. Census day is April 1, 2010. More... |
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10 Questions in 10 Minutes
It takes only ten minutes to complete the 2010 Census questionnaire. The individual in whose name the housing unit is owner or rented should complete the questionnaire on behalf of every person living in the residence, including relatives and non-relatives. Census Day is April 1. More (PDF)... |
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How the Census Works
In March, more than 130 million addresses across the nation will receive a census form to complete and mail back upon receipt. Households that do not respond may receive a replacement questionnaire in early April. Census takers will visit households that do not return questionnaires to take a count in person. Census data is by law, strictly confidential. Census Day is April 1. More... |
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Snowbirds Count Too
People who live at more than one residence will be counted at the place where they live most of the year. By choosing Broward County as your “usual” address, Broward County will be able to continue providing the programs and services you enjoy today. Census forms will be mailed out in March. If you do not receive the census form at your Florida address, request one from the Census Bureau at www.census.gov. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More... |
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Students Count
The Census Bureau counts students, whether they are in-state or out of state, where they attend their college or university. Students living at their parental home while attending a college or university should be counted on their parental census form. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More (PDF)... |
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Temporary Residents Count Too
Citizens of foreign countries who have an established household or are part of an established household in the U.S, - including family members – should be counted at their U.S. home. Census forms will be mailed out in March. If you do not receive the census form at your Florida address, request one from the Census Bureau at www.census.gov. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More (PDF)... |
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There's No Place Like Home
Census forms will be mailed out this month. It doesn’t matter if you spend part of each year in Michigan, Montreal, Martinique or Montevideo; you need to be counted in Florida. If you do not receive the census form at your Florida address, request one from the Census Bureau at www.census.gov. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More (PDF)... |
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Don't Be Confused By the Address on Your Census Form
Many Broward County residents who have received their 2010 Census Form in the mail may have discovered that the form contains home address information different from what they are accustomed to seeing or using. This is the result of cost-saving measures implemented by the U.S. Postal Service to streamline sorting, and should not be a concern to residents. The identification number on your form will ensure results are tabulated to the correct community. More... |
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National Origin and Race Matters
Questions #8 and #9 on the 2010 Census ask every U.S. resident to identify their national origin and race. Given Broward’s diverse population, it is vitally important these questions be answered correctly. The demographics of our community – as portrayed by Census Data – help determine federal funding for local programs and services. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More (PDF)... |
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Help Wanted
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary, part-time workers for the 2010 Census in Broward County. These short-term jobs offer good pay, flexible hours and paid training. Census workers can work in their communities. Census day is April 1, 2010. More… |
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Everyone Counts
The census counts both citizens and non-citizens residing in the 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa. Census Day is April 1, 2010. More (PDF)… |
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