On behalf of the City of Los Angeles’ Office of Census 2010, we thank you for visiting the City of L.A.’s Census 2010 web site. Very soon, you will be able to access complete information about our Census 2010 efforts through our monthly e-newsletter, fact sheets, promotional material, sample census forms and much more!

What is Census 2010?

The United States Constitution requires the federal government to count our nation’s population every ten years. The next decennial Census is in April 2010, but we must start planning and working now to make this a success. For this reason, we have established the City of L.A. Office of Census 2010, to partner with the U.S. Census Bureau, to ensure an accurate and complete count.

How does this impact you?

It is not possible to overstate the critical importance of a complete and accurate count of every person who lives in our City in April 2010. The Census determines how many representatives will speak for our City in Washington, D.C. and in Sacramento, but also determines our City’s share under most federal and state funding programs and dictates our proportion of certain tax revenues.

In a time of economic crisis, filling out the census form is a simple, yet powerful way to secure federal funds to our local communities. The census form asks 10 questions and takes 10 minutes of your time. Programs and facilities affected by the census count include funding for schools, roads, hospitals, child-care and senior centers, among many other worthy projects.

Get involved—become a partner or volunteer

As a 2010 Census partner or volunteer, you can educate your community about the importance of participating in this historic event and help ensure no one is left uncounted. Achieving a complete and accurate 2010 Census is in our hands. Sign up today!