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1930 United States census

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Seal of the United States Census Bureau. The blazon is defined here as: On a shield an open book beneath which is a lamp of knowledge emitting rays above in base two crossed quills. Around the whole a wreath of single leaves, surrounded by an outer band bearing between two stars the words "U.S. Department of Commerce" in the upper portion and "Bureau of the Census" in the lower portion, the lettering concentric with an inner beaded rim and an outer dentilated rim.

The 1930 United States Census

The 1930 United States census was a big count of everyone living in the United States. It happened in 1930, and it was done by the Census Bureau. They counted 122,775,046 people. This was more than the count in 1920.

Why It Was Important

This census was special because it showed changes in where people lived. Many workers from New York City moved to nearby New Jersey. This was easier because of the George Washington Bridge. Also, for the first time, a city in the Western United States, Los Angeles, had more than one million people.

What They Asked

The census asked questions like:

  • Where do you live?
  • What is your name?
  • Who lives in your home?
  • Do you own or rent your home?
  • Do you have a radio set?

They also asked about age, jobs, where people were born, and more.

Looking Back

Today, we can see old records from the 1930 census. These are kept safe and can help people learn about their families and history. The census showed how the United States was growing and changing during that time.

Images

A map showing population change across the United States as recorded in the 1930 Census.
Historical census record from 1930 showing the name Bob Barker, who had Sioux heritage.
Historical flag of the state of Mississippi used before 1996, showing its design and symbolism.
Historical flag of Washington state from 1923.
Historical flag of Utah from 1913 to 1922 featuring a beehive symbol.
Historical flag of the state of New Hampshire from the years 1909 to 1931.

Related articles

United States
United States Census Bureau
New York City
Western United States
Los Angeles

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