The U.S. Census Bureau has announced the start of the 2026 Census Test, which will be conducted in Huntsville, Alabama, and Spartanburg, South Carolina. The purpose of this test is to evaluate the use of the U.S. Postal Service for tasks that are usually handled by Census Bureau field workers, as well as to carry out limited activities related to in-field enumeration.
According to the Census Bureau, “The Census Bureau remains committed to conducting the most accurate count in history for the 2030 Census and looks forward to the continued partnership with local communities.”
This initiative is part of ongoing efforts by the agency to improve census operations ahead of the next decennial count.
