A Census-designated Place (CDP) is a term used by the United States Census Bureau to identify unincorporated areas that have a concentrated population. CDPs are defined for statistical purposes and help provide data on communities that do not have their own local government. They can vary in size and may include neighborhoods, villages, or other small communities. CDPs are important for understanding demographic trends and local characteristics. They are often used in census data to report population, housing, and economic information. Examples of CDPs include areas like Lakewood, California and Huntington Woods, Michigan.