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You will find the following types of information in the population censuses: | You will find the following types of information in the population censuses: | ||
'''1950 through 2010'''--These records are not generally available until 72 years after the enumeration. (The 1940 census | '''1950 through 2010'''--These records are not generally available until 72 years after the enumeration. (The 1940 census was released on April 2, 2012.) However, it is possible to obtain individual records for legal purposes. To do this, go to the [http://www.census.gov/genealogy/www/ U.S. Census Bureau Genealogy site], click on the '''''Age Search Service''''', and follow their instructions. There is a $65.00 fee for this service. | ||
'''1940'''--The 1940 Census asks questions on 1930 census. It also asks location of residence 5 years ago, if at work, whether in private or government work, weeks worked last year, along with wage and salary income last year. | '''1940'''--The 1940 Census asks questions on 1930 census. It also asks location of residence 5 years ago, if at work, whether in private or government work, weeks worked last year, along with wage and salary income last year. | ||
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'''1790 to 1840--'''The population schedules for the 1790 to 1840 censuses give the name of the head of each household, and the number of others in the house grouped by ages and sex. | '''1790 to 1840--'''The population schedules for the 1790 to 1840 censuses give the name of the head of each household, and the number of others in the house grouped by ages and sex. | ||
[[Information In United States Population Census, 1790 - 2000|Information in Censuses 1790 to 2010]] also lists the questions answered in each censuses year. | [[Information In United States Population Census, 1790 - 2000|Information in Censuses 1790 to 2010]] also lists the questions answered in each censuses year. | ||
=== Availability === | === Availability === | ||