Total Population Change, 2010 – 2020
This indicator reports the percent difference in population counts from the 2010 Census population estimate to the 2020 Census population estimate. This indicator is relevant because a positive or negative shift in total population over time impacts healthcare providers and the utilization of community resources.
Source
Source Description
The U.S. Census counts every resident in the United States. It is mandated by Article I, Section 2 of the Constitution and takes place every 10 years. The census collects information about the age, sex, race, and ethnicity of every person in the United States. The data collected by the decennial census determine the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives and is also used to distribute billions in federal funds to local communities. For more information about this source, refer to the United States Census 2020 website.
Methodology
Population data for years 2010 and 2020 from the U.S. Census Bureau Decennial Census. Mapped data are summarized to 2020 census tract boundaries. Population change is calculated using the following formula:
Rate Change = ( ( [Total Population 2020] – [Total Population 2010] ) / [Total Population 2010] ) * 100
Data Breakouts Available
- Total Population Change (2010-2020) by Race
- Percent Population Change (2010-2020) by Race
- Population Change (2010-2020) by Hispanic Origin
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