Monthly CPS data are not currently being released amidst the U.S. federal government shut down. Once the September 2025 monthly data are available, we will process and release them as quickly as possible via IPUMS.
- Codes
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- Questionnaire Text
- UnHarmonized Variables
Codes
This variable is not available for any of the currently selected samples.
Description
CEFRNDNUM records the number of close friends the respondent currently has. This number excludes family members. Respondents were prompted to provide "about" how many close friends they have. Additionally, "close friends" were described to the respondent as "people you feel at ease with, can talk to about private matters, or call on for help."
This variable is part of the Civic Engagement Supplement.
Universe
- Persons age 18+
Availability
| Years | Jan | Feb | ASEC | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - |
