Demographic Data for Effective Programming: An Update on Sources and Successful Practice

Authors

Katherine J. Curtis, University of Wisconsin- MadisonFollow
Daniel Veroff, University of Wisconsin- MadisonFollow
Bill Rizzo, University of Wisconsin- MadisonFollow
James Beaudoin, University of Wisconsin- MadisonFollow

Volume

50

Issue

4

DOI

10.34068/joe.50.04.28

Abstract

This article details recent changes in demographic data released by the US Census Bureau and the implications for use among Extension educators. We discuss updates to demographic data products and the keys for their successful use. Focus is on the American Community Survey (ACS). Users must adopt new practices to effectively use the ACS, which now provides the most current and reliable demographic data for communities in the United States.

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Recommended Citation

Curtis, K. J., Veroff, D., Rizzo, B., & Beaudoin, J. (2012). Demographic Data for Effective Programming: An Update on Sources and Successful Practice. The Journal of Extension, 50(4), Article 28. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.50.04.28