Did you know?

• 1.1 billion total pounds of pumpkin were grown in the U.S. in 2010 
• there are an estimated 41 million potential trick-or-treaters in the U.S., ages 5-14
• California led the nation in the number of chocolate and cocoa manufacturing establishments, with 135

Find these and other fun holiday statistics at the U.S. Census Bureau’s Newsroom, Facts for Features & Special Editions page – one of the census projects designed for journalists.  This collection of statistics from demographic and economic subject areas provides information, background, and source citing for topics in the news.  Happy Halloween!