WebFollowing completion of the census, the original enumeration sheets were microfilmed; after which the original sheets were destroyed.. As required by Title 13 of the U.S. Code, access to personally identifiable information from census records was restricted for 72 years. Non-personally identifiable information Microdata from the 1940 census is freely available …

Web1940 U.S. Census index—for FREE. Discover life in the ’40s. Almost 9 out of 10 Americans have a relative in the 1940 Census. Simply start by entering a name and see who you can discover, right now. Start by entering a name and see who you can find. First & Middle Name(s) Last Name. Birth. Year. Location. Lived In. Year ― Location.

WebJan 29, 2020 · More 1940 Census Resources How to Start Your 1940 Census Research Indexes and Other Finding Aids Informative Articles and Online Data 1940 Census FAQs Part 1: General Information The 1940 census was released digitally on April 2, 2012. The digital images are accessible free of charge at NARA facilities nationwide through our …

WebAug 15, 2022 · Part 1: General Information FAQs about the 1940 Census 1940 Census Forms Questions Asked on the 1940 Census Selected List of Codes Abridged Instructions to the Enumerator Complete Instructions to the Enumerator (7.87 MB) Occupation and Industry Classifications(12.1 MB) Part 2: How to Start Your 1940 Census Research Part …

WebThe top five surnames in the 1940 census were Smith, Johnson, Brown, Williams, and Jones. More than 850,000 people reported living in hotels or similar housing. Search Tips. Census records make a great starting place for getting to know your family. You can find a guide to using census records in your research here. The census contains great ...

WebAug 15, 2016 · 1940 Census FAQs. The 1940 population census schedules have been available for research since April 2, 2012. Below are answers to frequently asked questions about this census. If you have a question that hasn't been answered here, please email us at [email protected]. Click "+" to display more information:

WebJan 21, 2021 · 1940 Census Geographic Finding Aids Geographic Finding Aids . Enumeration District Maps. An enumeration district, as used by the Bureau of the Census, was an area that could be covered by a single enumerator (census taker) in one census period. Enumeration districts varied in size from several city blocks in densely populated …

WebThe Indian Census Rolls, 1885-1940 ( M595, 692 rolls) contains census rolls that were usually submitted each year by agents or superintendents in charge of Indian reservations, to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, as required by an act of July 4, 1884 (23 Stat. 98).The data on the rolls vary, but usually given are the English and/or Indian name of the person, …

WebAug 25, 2022 · Population Schedules for the 1940 Census have been available for research since the National Archives released the Census on April 2, 2012. In order to locate someone, it may be helpful to know his or her address and the Census enumeration district in which that address was located. First, collect names and addresses of people for …

WebBe sure to view the corresponding image in order to obtain all possible information about an individual. The Indian Census schedules are census rolls usually submitted each year by agents or superintendents in charge of Indian reservations, as required by an act of 4 July 1884 (23 Stat. 98). The data on the rolls varies to some extent.