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Guide to Census data
Information about Census data tools and products including user guides and Census dictionary
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Proposed 2026 Census data products suite
Read about the proposed changes for the 2026 Census data product suite, and participate in the feedback survey.
2021 Census dictionary
2021 Census variable definitions and glossary terms.
2021 Census methodology
Information on data quality, processing and collection.
Understanding Census concepts
Further information to help you understand complex Census concepts.
2021 Census mesh block counts
Counts of the total usual resident population and total dwelling count for mesh blocks.
2021 Census overcount and undercount
Estimates of overcount and undercount for the 2021 Census resulting from the Post Enumeration Survey.
Understanding Census geography
Select the appropriate geography for your data search.
Census tools and products
User guides and information about Census data tools and products.
2021 Census product release guide
Details when 2021 Census data will be released and how the data can be accessed.
2021 Census data corrections
Information about 2021 Census data corrections, listed in date order.
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