The 1950 United States Census was the 17th national census conducted in the United States, taking place on April 1, 1950. It aimed to count the population and gather demographic information, including age, sex, race, and housing characteristics. This census was significant as it was the first to include questions about income and education. The results of the 1950 census showed a population of approximately 151 million people, reflecting a post-World War II baby boom. The data collected helped inform government policies and resource allocation, shaping the nation’s social and economic landscape in the following decades.