Yes! According to a recent report by the Brookings Institute , Tucson has the potential to become one of America’s next dynamic innovation centers. In Brooking’s opinion, the future of America’s economy lies in its high-tech innovation sector. The report...
We are in the midst of a new industrial revolution. These are never comfortable, but they do bring about huge increases in economic wealth. The current industrial revolution is being driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, genetic engineering, and...
The Census Bureau has collected data on race since the very first census in 1790. Categories of race and ethnicity have changed a great deal over that time, reflecting changes in culture and society as well as the composition of...
The nation’s demographic mix is changing but what does that mean for Tucson? In recent years, demographics have shifted with the population aging and birth rates declining. In order to plan for the future, it’s important to understand how demographic...
Georgraphy Primer and Census Geography Layers for Tucson & Southern Arizona Do you know all the geographical regions in Southern Arizona? There are many and it is helpful to know specifically what they are. This article explores the geographic layers...
The Making Action Possible (MAP) Dashboard has done it again! MAP Dashboard coordinator Jennifer Pullen (center) accepts the 2018 Impact Award from CIC Board Members at the CIC conference awards ceremony in Minneapolis, MN, on September 18, 2018. The Community...
The MAP Dashboard recently released its inaugural Annual Report providing a snapshot of the MAP Dashboard as of spring 2018, using the most up to date data available. The report summarizes the latest results for all indicators and highlights key...
In 2016, the Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) ranked ninth out of 12 comparable western MSAs in the labor force participation rate for the working-age population (25-54). Tucson posted a 0.6 percentage point increase in the rate since 2009. The...
