How is a Special Census Conducted?
Data collection for a Special Census is conducted using an update/enumerate methodology. During update/enumerate, enumerators canvass their assignment areas using census maps and address registers that contain addresses and location information for housing units. The enumerators update the address lists and census maps by adding housing units not already listed, making corrections to address information, entering map spots on maps for added units in rural areas, updating maps with feature changes, and deleting listings that do not exist. The Special Census Enumerator Questionnaire is similar to the Census 2000 short form. During Special Census operations, the Census Bureau will also enumerate special places/group quarters. Special Places are places that are different from the usual house, apartment, or mobile home where people usually live. Some examples of special places include colleges, hospitals, correctional facilities, nursing homes, and military installations. People, living at
