Do you want to be a leader in your community? You can help your community where it really counts!
The census not only determines your community's representation in Congress, state legislatures, and local government--it's also used in distributing hundreds of billions in federal funding of public programs related to:
- education,
- community health care,
- public transportation,
- housing, and
- community development.
As a census taker, your work makes a big difference
Census takers work to ensure that everyone is counted. The pay is good and the hours are flexible. On top of that, you get to meet and interact with friends and neighbors in your own community.
Bilingual speakers are especially needed!
All census takers must be able to speak English, but people who have bilingual skills are needed in communities where a large number of residents primarily speak other languages. If you have the appropriate language skills and cultural knowledge to communicate well in your community, we encourage you to apply.
Become a census taker by contacting your Local Census Office or by calling toll-free 1-866-861-2010.