The American Community Survey (ACS) is an ongoing, annual survey by the U.S. Census Bureau that provides the most current and detailed statistics on the nation's population and housing (including jobs, income, and education). It replaced the decennial census "long form." This vital data is used by officials and businesses to allocate billions in funding and plan for community needs like schools and infrastructure.
The ACS provides crucial data on jobs, education, veterans, and housing (owner/renter status). This information is used by public officials, planners, and businesses for both assessing the past and planning the future. Your response helps your community plan for things like hospitals, schools, emergency services, infrastructure, and informs businesses looking to expand and add jobs.