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Economic Census
The Economic Census is the official five-year measure of businesses in the United States providing comprehensive statistics at the national, state, and local levels. It serves as the benchmark for current economic activity, such as the Gross Domestic Product and Producer Price Index.
The Geographic Areas Statistics data release is now available. Individual state data can be found below.
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2022 Economic Census - Geographic Area StatisticsGeographic Area Statistics provide summary statistics by geographic area for establishments and firms with paid employees.
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2022 Economic Census - Island AreasThe 2022 Economic Census of Island Areas covers the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa.
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2022 Economic Census Release ScheduleThis page provides information on the scheduled data releases for the 2022 Economic Census.
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WebinarEconomic Census – A Look into Comprehensive Business StatisticsDiscover the wealth of information available by industry and geography that can empower your business decisions.
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WebinarStorytelling with Census Business BuilderLearn how to use Census Business Builder through unique data stories. Learn the steps for creating a data-driven business plan.
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WebinarThe Annual Business Survey and The Economic CensusThis webinar will provide an overview of two of the Census Bureau's major Economic programs, the Annual Business Survey and the Economic Census.
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Press ReleaseNew Economic Data Now Available for the Nation, States and Local AreasThe Geographic Area Statistics series provides detailed industry statistics by geographic area for employer businesses (those with paid employees) in the U.S.
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Press Kit2022 Economic Census Geographic Area Statistics Press Kit
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Stats for StoriesSmall Business Saturday: November 30, 2024In 2022, there were 8,298,562 U.S. business establishments. Most (7,119,920) had 19 or fewer employees and averaged about 4.4, according to the CBP.
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Page Last Revised - December 4, 2024
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