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The Current Population Survey (CPS) is the primary source of labor force statistics for the U.S. population. It is the source of numerous high-profile economic statistics, including the national unemployment rate, and provides data on a wide range of issues relating to employment and earnings. The CPS also collects extensive demographic data that complement and enhance our understanding of labor market conditions in the nation. The survey is jointly sponsored by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).