When Will the Census Records I Need Be Available on FamilySearch?

How to Find Census Records on FamilySearch

This guide will help you find census records on FamilySearch.

Step 1: Check FamilySearch's Available Records

To see if the census records you need are already available on FamilySearch:

• Go to the FamilySearch Browse All Collections page.
• On the right side, filter by Location.
• Select the country (for example, "United States").
• A list of record collections for that country will appear.
• Scroll through the list to find census records.
• Check the date range of the census records to see if they include the year you need.

Step 2: Search Existing Census Records

If the census year you need is listed, search the records directly:

• Click on the name of the census collection.
• Enter the information you know about the person you are searching for, such as name, birth date, and location.
• Click Search.
• Review the search results to see if you find your ancestor.

Step 3: Check FamilySearch Wiki for Updates

The FamilySearch Wiki might have information about when specific record collections will be available:

• Go to the FamilySearch Wiki.
• In the search box, enter the name of the census you are interested in (for example, "United States Census").
• Look for information about the census, including details about record availability and future updates.

Step 4: Explore the FamilySearch Research Wiki for Census Information

Learn more about census records and how to use them for your research:

• Go to the FamilySearch Wiki.
• Search for articles about census records in specific locations. For example, "United States Census Records" or "England Census Records."
• Read the articles to understand the history of the census, what information it contains, and how to search it effectively.