About half of Americans with siblings are close to at least one of them
About half of U.S. adults with a sibling are very or extremely close to at least one, with closeness and support varying by demographics.
Race and Ethnicity
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U.S.-style birthright citizenship is uncommon around the world
32 other countries around the world have birthright citizenship laws that are substantially similar to the U.S. Another 50 or so countries have more limited variations of birthright citizenship.
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About 9% of U.S. births in 2023 were to unauthorized or temporary legal immigrant mothers
Generally, the trends in births to unauthorized immigrants follow the growth and decline of the unauthorized immigrant population.
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The United States at 250: How the Country Has Changed in the Past 50 Years
As America turns 250, explore how demographics, work, family and economics have shifted since 1976, based on 50 years of Census data.
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How Americans view racial diversity ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary
75% of U.S. adults see diversity as a good thing for the country, but Democrats and Republicans differ sharply on how diversity impacts the country’s culture.
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Key findings about Black immigrants in the U.S.
The U.S. Black immigrant population has more than doubled since 2000, reaching 5.6 million in 2024 and now making up 11.4% of the total Black population.
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7 facts about Iranians in the U.S.
In the aftermath of the U.S. and Israeli attacks in Iran, here are seven facts about Iranians living in the U.S.
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For Many Black Americans, Family Extends Beyond Birth and Legal Ties
Black Americans share emotional and financial support with relatives and non-relatives they consider family.
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Key findings about Puerto Rico
Here are answers to some key questions about Puerto Rico and Puerto Ricans, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau and other sources.
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Key facts about the U.S. Black population
Utah saw the fastest growth in its Black population between 2010 and 2024, with an increase of 104%.
