A census scam is taking advantage of the public’s confusion regarding the stimulus payments sent out by the government.

The survey includes a variety of detailed questions that go beyond basic demographic information, aiming to gather data that can be used for various industry analyses.

CONSUMER CATCH-UP: The FTC issues refunds for defrauded Office Depot customers, the AARP warns of Census impostor scams, and California is 23rd in a ranking of quality of life for seniors.

While census participation is very important and required by law, you also need to be vigilant of census-linked scams. This is especially important for seniors who tend to be prime targets.

MANASSAS -- Though the U.S. Census Bureau hasn't yet received any word of scams involving the upcoming census, scams do occur.

In 2022, the U.S. Census Bureau conceded that it undercounted population in 5 red states and 1 blue state, while overcounting in 6 blue states, and 2 red ones.

President Donald Trump has directed the Commerce Department to conduct a new census that excludes illegal immigrants from its population count.