Census Data Search Procedures

This tutorial by Rex guides users on how to search for block-level data using the 2020 P.L. 94-171 Redistricting Data on data.census.gov. It covers navigating the site, applying filters, selecting specific geographies, and viewing results. The tutorial also highlights how to analyze data, such as the racial makeup of selected blocks, and provides additional resources for further guidance.

What is the smallest geographical unit for which the Census Bureau tabulates data?

• Block

• City

• State

• County

Which button should you click on data.census.gov to begin an advanced search?

• Detailed Search

• Quick Search

• Advanced Search

• Single Search

To access the Redistricting Data, which survey option should you select?

• American Community Survey

• Economic Census

• Decennial Census

• Population Estimates

When selecting the year for the Redistricting Data, which year should you choose for the latest tables?

• 2025

• 2010

• 2015

• 2020

In the example provided, which state is selected for viewing block-level data?

• Florida

• California

• Texas

• New York

Which county is used as an example for selecting blocks in the tutorial?

• Orange County

• Broward County

• Citrus County

• Miami-Dade County

What is the next step after selecting the county in the search process?

• Choose the Census Tracts

• Select the state

• Pick the city

• Decide on the region

Which Census Tract is chosen in the example for Citrus County?

• Census Tract 4502.01

• Census Tract 1234.56

• Census Tract 3456.78

• Census Tract 7890.12

What should you do after applying all the necessary filters in your search?

• Click on 'Save'

• Click on 'Search'

• Click on 'Reset'

• Click on 'Cancel'

Which table would you choose to view the racial makeup of the adult population?

• Table P2

• Table P1

• Table P3

• Table P4