Your Middle Class Neighbor’s Thoughts on the Economy: Metro Atlanta Speaks (2024)
There appears to be a surprising and interesting disconnect between economic struggles and quality-of-life expectations.
Regional Snapshot: Metro Atlanta Cost of Living–2024 Update
How does Atlanta's cost of living compare to metros across the country? This Snapshot explores findings from the Cost of Living Index created by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER).
A Closer Look at Jobs and Wages in Two Growth Occupations
A deeper dive into key occupations mentioned in our recent Jobs & Wages Regional Snapshot.
Regional Snapshot: Jobs and Wages–Looking Back to Look Forward
The back and forth and back trends of our Atlanta job and wage base.
Regional Snapshot: Metro Atlanta Cost of Living, 2023 Update
How does Atlanta's cost of living compare to metros across the country? This Snapshot explores findings from the Cost of Living Index created by the Council for Community and Economic Research.
Regional Snapshot: The Economy
The Atlanta economy is a dynamic one! Our March Regional Snapshot takes a look at a confusing and changing economic landscape nearly three years into the pandemic and with the threat of recession looming.
Purchasing Power Index and (Other) Cost Indices : A Metro Look, Nationwide
Want more information on costs of living? There are other indicators to consider! This post looks into a purchasing power index and cost indices by type of purchase that extend the previous analysis of the C2ER Cost of Living Index Snapshot.
Regional Snapshot: Metro Atlanta Cost of Living, 2022 Update
How does Atlanta's cost of living compare to metros across the country? This Snapshot explores findings from the Cost of Living Index created by the Council for Community and Economic Research.
Detailing Demand in the Atlanta Job Market
Demand--as shown by job postings-- is up for lower-wage occupations...in which wages have risen some as a result of this demand.
The Stages and Status of Wages
While our tight labor market has driven up wages (in some sectors more than others), these increases have not kept up with price inflation.