Why is the Census important to Cumberland County?
- Political Representation
N.C. is projected to gain a seat in Congress. 2020 Census data will be used for redistricting.
- Funding
Census data is used to allocate $675 billion a year. N.C. receives about $16 billion annually.
Cumberland County could lose at least $240 million over the next 10 years as a result of projected under counting.
- Community Impact
Census data will be used to plan for highways, school lunch funding, emergency response, families in need and more.
Our goal is to have everyone who lives in Cumberland County counted in 2020. An accurate count of all residents is critical for receiving our fair share of the $675 billion in federal funds that are distributed to states and communities each year. View Cumberland County Data and Low Response Area Map.
Serve your country and your community
Most military households are responsible for responding to the 2020 Census on their own if they are stationed or living in the United States.
Military and the US Census Fact Sheet
2020 Census Facts
By April 1, 2020, every home will receive an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. You will have three options for responding:
During the 2020 Census you will never be asked for:
- Social Security number
- Money or donations
- Anything on behalf of apolitical party
- Your bank or credit card numbers
Your personal information is kept confidential. The Census Bureau is bound by federal law to protect your information, and your data is used only for statistical purposes.
Cumberland Complete Count Committee
Cumberland County has established a Complete Count Committee that works with the U.S. Census Bureau, the Governor's Office, and the NC Counts Coalition. The committee works to encourage residents to respond to the census.