Census data
Coverage of Census data in the Nexus archive.
- Retailers face a big challenge this fall: figure out what 'value' means for shoppers
Retailers face a challenge redefining 'value' for US shoppers, whose priorities now include quality, convenience, and trust alongside low prices. Shoppers are becoming more selective amid economic pressures, evidenced by a 0.6% drop in US retail sales in July. Major chains like Walmart and Target are adjusting their strategies: Walmart emphasizes combining low prices with convenient delivery, while Target focuses on fresh merchandise.
- Why King County has more men than women — and why that’s unusual
New census data reveals King County has more men than women, making it one of only nine counties among the 100 most populous in the U.S. with this gender imbalance. The article highlights the unusual nature of this demographic trend.
- Is the undocumented migrant counted?
An analysis using Census data challenges claims of 20 million undocumented Bangladeshi migrants in India, indicating no significant surge between 1991 and 2011. The study suggests the actual number of undocumented migrants from Bangladesh may be lower than frequently cited estimates.
- King County’s cooling divide: New data maps our AC haves and have-nots
New census data reveals King County's least air-conditioned neighborhood is in Seattle, while the most air-conditioned is on the Eastside, according to FYI Guy.