This map compares the 100 largest metros by their percent change in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from 2010-2014. Metro Atlanta is in the second highest class, with a 7.72% increase in GDP (using 2009 dollars). You can explore this map and others by visiting the 100 Largest Metros interactive map on Neighborhood Nexus. [...]
https://magic.piktochart.com/output/10456896-middle-income-snapshot The topic of the decline of middle-wage jobs is a hot topic nationally. So, this month's Snapshot explores this topic. While wages are declining for most workers, those stuck in the middle have seen some of the largest declines since 2010. Here are some of the highlights of our research: Considering its low cost of living, [...]
Our quarterly economic publication, The Quarter, is ready! How did our economy do in 2015 Quarter 3? How does it compare to past quarters? Below are some of the highlights or go to the full site to learn more! All Sectors Employment Change: Construction is the only sector to have decreased in year-over-year change between August [...]
It’s that time of the year again! For this month’s snapshot, we wanted to take a closer look at the newly released metro Atlanta Speaks Survey results. For this annual survey, more than 5,000 individuals across 13 counties were asked their perceptions on a variety of topics about life in the Atlanta [...]
With the holidays approaching, many households will spend more money on retail goods. This map shows the average amount spend on retail goods per household (2015 estimate). The highest expenditures (in orange) are in north Fulton.
The median household income in metro Atlanta is $56,166. The green areas show census tracts with higher rates of middle-income households - those households with an income of $46,166 - $66,166. A clear pattern is that middle-income households are concentrated in the outskirts of the region.
