Plainfield 2020 Census

What is a census and why is it important?
Once a decade, America comes together to count every resident in the United States, creating national awareness of the importance of the census and its valuable statistics. The decennial census was first taken in 1790, as mandated by the Constitution. It counts our population and households, providing the basis for reapportioning congressional seats, redistricting, and distributing more than $675 billion in federal funds annually to support states, counties and communities’ vital programs — impacting housing, education, transportation, employment, health care and public policy.

It is vitally important that all residents of Plainfield be included in the COUNT for Census 2020. The results of the Census – if we are under counted - will have an immediate impact on funding for our schools, roads and other community programs.

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Resources

2020 Confidentiality Fact Sheets

2020 Confidentiality Fact Sheets - Spanish

Diversity in New Jersey - Census 2020 - April 27, 2020

2020 Census: What is the Census?

Shape Your Future: The 2020 Census

2020 Census PSA: También cuentan

2020 Census PSA: Cada momento cuenta

Mayor Mapp and Hector Camacho Jr. Interview

Plainfield Community Leaders Discuss 2020 Census with Leah Dade

Come Together - Respond Toda

Additional Resources

2020 Census FAQs
Plainfield Census Flyer
Plainfield Census Flyer - Spanish

For all information about the 2020 Census visit www.census.gov