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How often is a census required by the US Constitution?

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every ten years
Every 10 years.

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How often is a Census required?
Every 10 years. Found in Article 1: Section 2, Clause 3.
What does the US Constitution state about the US Census?
In Article I, Section 2, the US Constitution requires a census every ten years for purposes of apportioning members of the House of Representatives among the various states.
How often does the US use the census?
Every 10 years
What is a census and how often is it taken in US?
A census is a worldwide survey that counts all the people in the world and it is taken when 10 years are over
How often is a census taken in the US?
Every ten years in years ending in zero,