The first data has arrived, and invitations have been sent to hundreds of groups.
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US Religion Census 2010 offers unique Insight on US Religious Populations
Order book hereProtestant bodies account for most congregations and adherents
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Muslim communities are increasing across the country, fueled by a large increase in masjids and mosques nationwide.
Select maps for any participating religious group.
THE 2020 U.S. RELIGION CENSUS IS NEARING COMPLETION
The 2020 U.S. Religion Census includes hundreds of religious bodies. Participating groups provide a count of congregations, members, adherents, and attendees in each U.S. county.
Several special studies provide data for groups without central data offices, such as the Amish and Buddhist and Hindu groups, as well as Orthodox and non-denominational Christian churches.
The study is timed to coincide with the U.S. census. National polls rarely give any religious data below the national level. This series gives a picture of county-level religious affiliation nationwide. The longevity of the study, since the 1950's, helps to identify trends and track religious change.
OUR CENSUS OFFERS WHAT NO OTHER DOES
The Religion Census offers unique insight on U.S. religious populations
- Continues decennial series started in 1952
- Provides data on specific religious bodies, from the Amish to Zoroastrians
- Differentiates among specific bodies within same tradition
- Features the only county-level data on U.S. religious adherence
Download the complete 2010 census summary.
LEARN ABOUT OUR DATA
Religion Census includes data on...
- Congregations, groups of persons who meet together regularly for worship
- Members, e.g., persons with communicant, confirmed, or full membership status
- Adherents, including members, their children, and the estimated number of other participants who are not considered members
- Attendance, average weekly attendance at worship services
Order the 2010 U.S. Religion Census Publication
236 faith groups have been included in this census. Get the complete census results, including maps and charts.
