What is the Census?
Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau conducts a headcount of every person living in the United States, as mandated by the U.S. Constitution. In addition to determining Congressional representation, the Census helps describe who we are as a county, state, and nation.

Census questionnaires will take less than 10 minutes to complete and will be mailed or delivered to every U.S. household in March of 2010. The questions should be answered based on household composition as of April 1, 2010. All responses are confidential and protected by law. Click here to download a copy of the questionnaires will look like.

Below are some frequently asked questions. If you have a question that isn't answered below, feel free to contact the Town of Rolesville Planning Department at 554-6517.

Why is the upcoming census important to Wake County?
The Census is important to the Town of Rolesville for several reasons. The Town has grown tremendously since the last census in 2000 so we can benefit through: ~ More allocations for the Town of Rolesville and Wake County's budget (federal and state funds).
~ More than $300 billion in federal funds annually towards schools, human services, healthcare, etc for Rolesville and Wake County
~ More state funds for Rolesville for Police, Fire, and EMS departments plus many other projects.
~ More restaurants and businesses. When restaurants and retail businesses look at locating in certain areas they depend heavily on the census figures to see past and present growth which will peak their interest more in moving to Town.

How will the 2010 Census differ from previous census efforts?
In the last census, one in six households received a long questionnaire asking for detailed socioeconomic information. In 2010, every residence will receive a short questionnaire that is simple and fast to complete and return. More detailed information will be collected annually from a small percentage of the population through the American Community Survey.

Will the information the Census Bureau collects remain confidential?
Yes. Every Census Bureau worker takes an oath for life to protect the confidentiality of census responses. Violation would result in a jail term of up to five years and/or fine of up to $250,000. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share an individual’s answers with anyone, including welfare and immigration agencies.

The Town of Rolesville is working diligently with Wake county to make our census successful in Rolesville. If you should have any questions, feel free to contact the Rolesville Planning Department at 554-6517. Below are some weblinks that will supply you with more information.

~ Wake County, NC Census Webpage

~ United States Census Bureau Webpage

Town of Rolesville
502 Southtown Circle
Post Office Box 250
Rolesville, NC 27571
Phone - 919-556-3506