“census” Charts
How much less is your bachelor's degree worth? »
According to the most recent census, 113,000 janitors in the U.S. have at least a bachelor’s degree. And, over 18,000…
For Most Americans, a Long Income Slog »
New U.S. Census stats released last month offer a snapshot of ordinary family income. Income stats released last month by…
Once Upon a Time, Our Middle Topped Our Top »
In 1967, annual Census surveys show, America's middle 20 percent collected more income than America's top 5 percent. New Census…
Black Immigrants: Which Nations Are They Coming From? »
This chart shows the top 5 nations of origin for foreign-born blacks in the U.S. The Caribbean accounts for half…
Rising Foreign-Born Black Population »
African immigration is a large chunk of the recent growth. Between 2000 and 2013, the number of black African immigrants…
Where do the most people live? »
Out of these cities, Houston, at +11.0%, had the highest growth rate from 2000 - 2013. Chicago, on the other…
Typical American Families Making Less Than They Were in 1989 »
New U.S. Census data reveals that after adjusting for inflation, the typical middle-class American family is making less than it…