Census Bureau Fax Number — Fax Census Forms and Data Requests
The U.S. Census Bureau accepts faxed business survey responses, economic census forms, and data product requests at its headquarters line, 301-763-8045. Individual survey divisions sometimes publish their own fax numbers on Census.gov, so check the instructions printed on your specific form before sending. The decennial census itself is meant to be completed online or by mail, not faxed.
What You Can Fax to Census Bureau
- Business survey responses
- Economic census forms
- Data product requests
- FOIA requests
- Geographic partnership documents
Faxing to Census Bureau — FAQ
The headquarters fax is 301-763-8045. Some survey divisions list their own dedicated fax numbers on Census.gov, so check your form's instructions in case yours should go elsewhere.
No. The Bureau wants the decennial census completed online or by mail. Business surveys, economic census forms, and similar documents can often be faxed, depending on what the form's instructions say.
Describe the data product you want, the time period, and the geographic area in plain terms. A clear, specific request lets staff pull the right figures without contacting you for clarification.
Yes. Business and economic surveys have set due dates, and a fax counts only if it arrives in time. Send it a day or two early and keep a delivery confirmation in case the deadline is ever questioned.
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