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Four counties and the Qualla Boundary in western North Carolina were selected to participate in the 2026 U.S. Test Census. This graphic details why the Census Bureau chose the area. Graphics courtesy of U.S. Census Bureau

Four counties and the Qualla Boundary in western North Carolina were selected to participate in the 2026 U.S. Test Census. This graphic details why the Census Bureau chose the area. Graphics courtesy of U.S. Census Bureau

Graham County selected as part of 2026 test census

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Washington – As part of planned improvements to the 230-year-old process, Graham County has been chosen as one of the locations across the country to participate in the 2026 test census. In a press release about the test run, the U.S.