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Income distribution trends in Minnesota
MInnesota State Demographic Center, May 2007, 19 pp.
This report employs several widely-used measures to show trends in economic inequality in the United States and Minnesota. In doing so, it establishes benchmarks for tracking future changes in poverty, income and income distribution. more info >

Rural Pulse 2013
Blandin Foundation, May 2013, 6 pp.
Research study designed to give a snapshot of the concerns, perceptions and priorities of rural Minnesota residents. For the first time, the survey included the perspectives of urban residents as well as specific racial and cultural perspectives. Additional reports are available at http://www.ruralpulse.org/ more info >

Basic facts about low-income children
National Center for Children in Poverty, January 2013, 8 pp.
This annual report presents statistics on the number and characteristics of children living in low-income families in the United States. Reports are broken down into age ranges. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse November 2012
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, November 2012, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, underwater mortgages, and community basic needs. more info >

Pulling apart: State-by-state analysis of income trends
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities and Economic Policy Institute, November 2012, 70 pp.
This state-by-state look at income finds that inequality has grown in most parts of the country since the late 1970s. more info >

oneMinneapolis
Wilder Research, November 2012, 64 pp.
A look at disparities in education, economic vitality, and social capital indicators for the city of Minneapolis, commissioned by The Minneapolis Foundation. more info >

Community needs assessment for Ramsey and Washington counties
Wilder Research, November 2012, 24 pp.
Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties focuses on bringing together resources to reduce poverty. A community needs assessment was conducted with low-income residents; the survey asked about employment, housing, education, health, safety, and other family needs and included questions about Community Action services. The report also presents poverty data for Ramsey and Washington counties. more info >

North Dakota KIDS COUNT Fact Book
North Dakota KIDS COUNT, November 2012, 220 pp.
Provides North Dakota state, region, and county-level data on child well-being, including demographics, family and community, economic well-being, education and early care, health, and safety and risky behaviors. more info >

Demographic and education profile of Kandiyohi County
Wilder Research, October 2012, 22 pp.
A profile of Kandiyohi County demographics and education, including a look at older adults, populations of color, income, student characteristics, and academic achievement. more info >

Over sixteen million children in poverty in 2011
The Carsey Institute, September 2012, 8 pp.
Child poverty data from the American Community Survey. Data are presented for the United States, regions, and states. more info >

The economic pulse of North Dakota: A healthcare impace study
North Dakota Hospital Association, September 2012, 40 pp.
This study assesses the contributions made by community hospitals to the economy of North Dakota, showing that North Dakota hospitals and health systems provided healthcare services totaling over $5 .6 billion in gross revenue in 2012. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse August 2012
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, August 2012, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, and community basic needs. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse April 2012
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, April 2012, 4 pp.

Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, and community basic needs.

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What lies ahead: Population, household and employment forecasts to 2040
Metropolitan Council, April 2012, 5 pp.
The Metropolitan Council forecasts population, households and employment for the seven-county Minneapolis-St. Paul region with a 30-year time horizon. This forecast anticipates increasing demographic diversity and continued growth by 2040. more info >

The state of manufacturing
Enterprise Minnesota, Inc., April 2012
Enterprise Minnesota’s fourth annual State of Manufacturing survey reveals manufacturing executives share a high level of confidence in the future of their firms. However, health care and government regulations continue to top their list of concerns, and finding qualified workers is becoming a worry. more info >

State of the Asian Pacific Minnesotans: 2010 Census and 2008-2010 American Community Survey Report
Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans, April 2012, 36 pp.
Demographic data on Asian Pacific Minnesotans. Includes data on state and county numbers by ethnic group, homeownership, educational attainment, unemployment, income and poverty, and health insurance. more info >

No relief in 2012 from high unemployment for African Americans and Latinos
Economic Policy Institute, February 2012, 8 pp.
This issue brief reviews the unemployment rates by state for whites, Latinos, and African Americans for the third quarter of 2011 and the projected rates for the fourth quarter of 2012. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse December 2011
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, December 2011, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, homelessness, and community basic needs. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse September 2011
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, September 2011, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, and community basic needs. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse June 2011
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, June 2011, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, and community basic needs, and briefly examines the outlook and implications. more info >

Common Cents public participation findings
Citizens League, March 2011, 19 pp.
Provides a summary of community conversations held around the state to share information about Minnesota's budgetary challenges and to ask citizens: What values and priorities should guide solutions to state budget challenges for the long-term? more info >

The long run has become the short run: Budget implications of demographic change
Minnesota State Demographic Center, February 2011, 26 pp.
Examines the effect of an aging population on the state budget between 2011 and 2020. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse February 2011
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, February 2011, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, and community basic needs, and briefly examines the outlook and implications. more info >

Nonprofit current conditions report 2010
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, December 2010, 4 pp.
Analysis of a survey of Minnesota nonprofits. It reports on the demand for services and sources of revenue. more info >

Minnesota nonprofit economy report: A statewide and regional analysis 2010
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, December 2010, 28 pp.
Annual report providing employment and and financial data for nonprofit organizations statewide and in six Minnesota regions. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse November 2010
Greater Twin CIties United Way and Twin Cities Compass, November 2010, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region, including data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, and community basic needs, and briefly examines the outlook and implications. more info >

Rural Pulse 2010
Blandin Foundation, October 2010, 44 pp.
Results of a survey of rural Minnesotans conducted in September 2010. It presents demographic information, including data on employment, family income, and length of residence. Respondents were asked questions about the condition of their community's economy and quality of life; a person's ability to affect change; whether community members worked well together; community leadership; whether their community is welcoming for people of all backgrounds; access to basic services; the community's ability to control crime, provide services for the elderly and protect the environment; access to technology and strong infrastructure; adequate healthcare and cultural/arts opportunities; and availability of quality educational and job opportunities. Respondents were asked to select the most critical issue to their community. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse August 2010
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, August 2010, 4 pp.
Provides information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region. This issue includes data on the unemployment rate, layoffs, housing, and community basic needs, and briefly examines the outlook and implications. more info >

Status of women and girls in Minnesota: Research overview
Women's Foundation of Minnesota and Center on Women & Public Policy, June 2010, 20 pp.
Provides health, safety, economic and leadership data on women and girls in Minnesota. Analysis of the measures reveals greater disparities for women of color, rural women, older women, women with disabilities, and women who identify as lesbian, bisexual or transgender. more info >

Characteristics of December 2009 Minnesota Food Support Program: Cases and people
May 2010, 22 pp.
This report provides a snapshot of the household, demographic, and economic characteristics of households receiving food support. more info >

America's future: Latino child well-being in numbers and trends
National Council of La Raza, April 2010, 38 pp.
This data book offers a comprehensive overview of the state of Latino children by integrating a range of key factors and outcomes in the areas of demography, citizenship, family structure, poverty, health, education, and juvenile justice. [For free view of report - Click on the document image in the middle of the page where it says "Open publication."] more info >

Quarterly economic pulse April 2010
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, April 2010, 4 pp.
Provides recent information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region. This issue includes data on unemployment rates, housing, and community basic needs, and briefly examines the outlook and implications. more info >

Minnesota workforce facts
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, April 2010, 22 pp.
Presents data on the Minnesota workforce, including unemployment rates, labor force participation rates, annual average employment by industry, employment projections by industry and occupation, and top 25 occupations in demand in Minnesota. more info >

2009 metro residents survey
Metropolitan Council, February 2010, 47 pp.
Results of a survey of Twin Cities residents which asks them to rank the region's top public concerns and quality of life. more info >

U.S. economic and social trends since 2000
Population Reference Bureau, February 2010, 20 pp.
Presents social and economic data from the American Community Survey. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse December 2009
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, December 2009, 4 pp.
Provides recent information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region. This issue includes data on unemployment rates, housing, and community basic needs, and briefly examines the outlook and implications. more info >

Nonprofit current conditions report
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, December 2009, 6 pp.
A survey of Minnesota nonprofit managers, focusing on how the economy affected their operations and programs during 2009. more info >

Minnesota nonprofit economy report: A Statewide and regional analysis
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, December 2009, 28 pp.
Annual report providing employment and and financial data for nonprofit organizations statewide and in six Minnesota regions. more info >

A woman's nation changes everything
Center for American Progress, October 2009, 454 pp.
Discusses how a workforce comprised of half women changes many aspects of the nation. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse September 2009
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, September 2009, 4 pp.
Provides recent information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region. This issue includes data on unemployment rates, housing, community basic needs, and organizational challenges. more info >

Focus on childhood hunger: A quarterly review of the state of hunger in Minnesota, 1st quarter, 2009
Hunger Solutions, July 2009, 2 pp.
Minnesota statistics on food shelf use, food support, and childhood hunger. more info >

Quarterly economic pulse July 2009
Greater Twin Cities United Way and Twin Cities Compass, July 2009, 4 pp.
Provides recent information on economic trends impacting the Twin Cities region. This issue includes data on unemployment rates, housing, basic needs and nonprofit challenges. more info >

Nonprofit current conditions report
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, June 2009, 7 pp.
A survey of Minnesota nonprofit managers, focusing on how the economy affected their operations and programs during the first three months of 2009. more info >

The Elder economic security initiative program: The Elder economic security standard index for Minnesota
Minnesota Women's Consortium and Wider Opportunities for Women, January 2009, 118 pp.
Addresses income adequacy for Minnesota’s older adults using the national WOW-GI National Elder Economic Security Standard Index (Elder Index) methodology. The Index benchmarks basic costs of living for elder households and illustrates how costs of living vary geographically and are based on the characteristics of elder households, including household size, home ownership or renter status, and health status. more info >

Social security: 2008 Minnesota quick facts
AARP, December 2008, 2 pp.
Data on the number of Minnesota residents receiving Social Security and its impacts on individuals and the economy. more info >

Characteristics of December 2007 Minnesota Food Support Program: Cases and persons
Minnesota Department of Human Services, July 2008, 20 pp.
Provides information about Minnesota households receiving food stamps. more info >

Introducing new measures of the metropolitan economy prototype GDP-by-Metropolitan-Area Estimates for 2001
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, November 2007, 36 pp.
GDP measures of Gross Domestic Product by metropolitan area, including the fastest growing areas and analysis by service industry. Includes data on Minneapolis/St. Paul. more info >

Minnesota Nonprofit Economy Report
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, October 2007, 28 pp.
The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Report includes revenue sources and financial data for nonprofit organizations in the Twin Cities 7-county metro area. more info >

Growing older in America: The Health & Retirement Study
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, March 2007, 108 pp.
A national sample of adults over 50 were interviewed to gather information about their physical and mental health, insurance coverage, financial situations, family support systems, work status, and retirement planning. more info >

Halftime highlights: Minnesota at mid-decade
Minnesota State Demographic Center, November 2006, 30 pp.
Examines population and economic trends in Minnesota for the first five years of the 2000s. more info >

A heavy load: The combined housing and transportation burdens of working families
Center for Housing Policy, October 2006, 32 pp.
This study presents the combined housing and transportation cost burdens of households, with a focus on working families at the neighborhood level in 28 metropolitan areas. more info >

Low-income children in the United States: National and state trend data, 1995-2005
National Center for Children in Poverty, August 2006, 56 pp.
Data on low-income children presented by state. Indicators include children living in poor families, parental education, parental employment, parental marital status, child's race/ethnicity, child's age, children with immigrant parents, family structure, home ownership, moved in the last year, urban/suburban/rural areas. more info >

2006 Carver County quality of life indicators report
Carver County, January 2006, 67 pp.
Provides a status report on the quality of life in Carver County based on 42 key indicators in nine different categories, including: economics, education, environment, growth and housing, health, mobility, leisure and recreation, social, and public safety. more info >

Immigration in Minnesota: Discovering common ground
The Minneapolis Foundation, October 2004, 10 pp.
Presents background information on Minnesota's immigrant groups: some statistics, why they came to Minnesota, their contributions and economic impact, and challenges they face. more info >

Grow faster together. Or grow slowly apart. How will America work in the 21st century?
Aspen Institute, November 2001, 48 pp.
Looks at the future of the U.S. economy, including the labor supply, work skills and an educated workforce, and wage gaps. Discusses potential solutions for making work pay, building a more skilled workforce, restoring work security while enhancing workforce flexibility, providing a more supportive workplace for working families, and rethinking the immigration policy. Also looks at economic changes that have occurred over the past 30 years. more info >

State of the region 2006: Regional economic indicators
Metropolitan Council, December 1969, 2 pp.
This brief presents economic data (including employment, per capita income, and real estate) on the Twin Cities metro area for 2006 from several sources including the Metropolitan Council, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Minnesota DEEDs and others. more info >

Web sites

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development : Labor market information
Labor market data, information, and publications. more info >

JOBS NOW Coalition
Cost of living in Minnesota - wage and budget calculator, Minnesota employment and wage information. more info >

Economic Policy Institute
Focuses on the economic condition of low- and middle-income Americans and their families. Includes issue guides on the following topics: living wage, minimum wage, poverty and family budgets, retirement security, Social Security, unemployment insurance, and welfare. more info >

National Center for Children in Poverty
Research on preventing child poverty and improving the lives of low-income families. Includes poverty statistics and information on child care, welfare reform, and more. more info >