Accessing the 1960 US Census on FamilySearch

How to Access the 1960 US Census on FamilySearch

This guide will show you how to access the 1960 United States Census records on FamilySearch.

Steps to Access the 1960 US Census:

1. Sign in to FamilySearch: Go to FamilySearch.org and sign in using your username and password.

2. Navigate to the "Search" Menu: Once you are signed in, click on the "Search" menu at the top of the page.

3. Select "Records": In the "Search" menu, select "Records" from the dropdown options.

4. Enter Search Criteria: On the "Find a Record" page, enter the name of the person you are searching for, as well as any other relevant information such as birth date, location, or family members' names. The more information you provide, the more accurate your search results will be.

5. Filter by Collection: In the search filters, look for the "Collection" filter. Type "United States Census 1960" into the collection search box and select it from the options that appear.

6. Search: Click the "Search" button to initiate the search.

7. Review Search Results: Examine the search results to find the correct individual. Look for details that match your ancestor, such as names of family members, ages, and places of residence.

8. View the Record: Once you find the correct record, click on the name to view the details and any associated images. The census record may provide information about the person's address, age, occupation, education, and other household members.

Additional Tips:

• Variations in Spelling: Try different spellings of names, as census takers may have misspelled names.

• Use Wildcards: Use wildcard characters (like * or ?) in your search to account for uncertainties in names or dates.

• Browse the Census: If you cannot find the person through a name search, you can try browsing the 1960 Census by location. This can be time-consuming but may be helpful if the index is incomplete or inaccurate.