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Labor Force Statistics from the Current Population Survey
Bureau of Labor Statistics > Current Population Survey > Methods

CPS Methods Overview

Handbook of Methods
An in-depth guide on how we create estimates and the concepts we measure.
Concepts and definitions
Find a description of survey concepts for both technical and nontechnical audiences.
Response rates
Find information about CPS response rates over time.
Questionnaire
Find the basic monthly CPS questionnaire including demographic and labor force questions.
Other technical documentation
Explore additional information about the CPS, including detailed technical documentation.