Meeting 21st Century Demographic Data Needs-Implementing the American Community Survey. Report 6: The 2001-2002 Operational Feasibility Report of the American Community Survey

摘要

The American Community Survey, designed by the Census Bureau to replace and improve long form data collection, has demonstrated a key advantage over its predecessor. Operational quality can be improved gradually by using and fine-tuning a continuous process. During 2001 and 2002, as staff and management gained experience, the American Community Survey continuously improved and sustained its already high levels of operational quality. This study shows that the American Community Survey is operationally feasible for full sample implementation in July 2004. Rather than occurring as part of the 2010 census, demographic, housing, and socioeconomic data will be produced throughout the decade by means of the American Community Survey.