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Most IPUMS data transformations are performed using variable harmonization tables that specify how each value in the source data is recoded. Some variables also require programming logic in addition to the harmonization table. The harmonization documents for this variable are:
- Harmonization table
- No supplemental programming
- Instructions for interpreting harmonization documents
Description
BPL1_AR indicates the person's province of birth within Argentina. Birthplace province codes from BPL1_AR are compatible with codes from GEO1_AR.
Click on the Source Variables tab for information on place of residence for each sample year. Source variables may contain more geographic unit detail but are not suitable for cross-temporal comparison.
Comparability — General
For the 1991 sample, users should use the alternative weight variable AR91A434 when using the BPL1_AR variable.
For the country of birth of international migrants, see BPLCOUNTRY (Country of birth).
Where boundaries changed over time, units were harmonized to create units with boundaries that remain stable over time.
Boundary changes:
- For the 1980 and 1991 censuses, Gran Buenos Aires was a part of Buenos Aires.
Universe
- Argentina 1970: All persons
- Argentina 1980: All persons
- Argentina 1991: All persons
- Argentina 2001: All persons
Availability
- Argentina: 1970, 1980, 1991, 2001
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