The U.S. Census Bureau has announced the start of the 2026 Census Test, which will take place in Huntsville, Alabama and Spartanburg, South Carolina. The test aims to evaluate how the U.S. Postal Service can be used for tasks that are usually handled by Census Bureau field workers. It will also include some limited activities involving in-field enumeration.
According to the agency, “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 to improve census operations ahead of the next decennial count.
