Synonyms of census

census

noun

ˈsen(t)-səs 

as in count

a total number obtained or recorded by noting each thing as it was being added

a thorough census of all the grizzly bears living within the national park

Synonyms & Similar Words

• count
• tally
• score
• amount
• total
• whole
• tale
• sum
• recount
• gross

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of census

Statewide census data show whites make up about 66 percent of state residents, with Black residents at roughly 12 percent. —Krystal Johnson, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026

The latest census data shows nearly every municipality in Clay and Platte counties has grown in population since 2020, some by only 1%, while others increased by upwards of 14%. —Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 17 May 2026

California is home to more than 1.8 million former service members, which is the largest veteran population of any state in the nation, according to the most recent census. —Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026

While there have been reports in recent years that large employers are ending workers’ ability to work from home, the LAO’s review of federal census and labor data suggests that there has not been a widespread return-to-office movement in the last three years. —William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026