How often is the census conducted in the United States?

The census in the United States is conducted every ten years, a practice that has been established by the U.S. Constitution. This decennial census serves various purposes, including the apportionment of congressional seats among the states, as well as the allocation of federal funds and resources. By gathering detailed demographic information, the census helps ensure that communities are accurately represented and can access necessary services.

The other intervals mentioned, such as five, fifteen, or twenty years, do not align with the established schedule for the U.S. census. While there may be other periodic surveys and estimates conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau, the official decennial census has always been set for a ten-year cycle.