New & Noteworthy

INSIGHTS Justin Hollis and Erin Olson May 2019

Minnesota’s workforce shortage

High participation in the labor force may not protect Minnesota from experiencing significant talent shortages over the next five years. What do the numbers say about how we can we chip away Minnesota’s workforce shortage?

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Insights and Analysis

Recent articles highlighting key trends and issues:

Advocating for indicators of community assets and well-being

It's been a decade since the Great Recession ended. How has Minnesota recovered?

How will the Southwest LRT affect people, places, and jobs?

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FEATURED TREND | May 20, 2019

High school graduation rates up, though gaps remain

Minnesota’s high school graduation rate has steadily marched upward, improving to 83 percent in 2017. Rates improved across all races and ethnicities, and that’s certainly good news. But disparities by race remain an acute problem for Minnesota.

 

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Data Update

Across Minnesota's counties, median household income ranges from $102,500 in Carver County to $43,600 in Mahnomen County.

Minnesota and the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area have both experienced eight years of positive, year-over-year growth in economic output (GDP).

At 8 percent, the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area is home to one of the lowest poverty rates among the nation's largest metros.

Nine percent of Minnesotans are foreign-born. Foreign-born residents from Asia have been our state's largest immigrant group since 1990; foreign-born residents from Africa now constitute the second largest immigrant group in Minnesota.

Today, one in five Minnesotans is a person of color. Minnesota has seen 26 percent growth in its population of color since 2010 – seventh highest among states.

2019 Compass Points IS Here!

Minnesota Compass has released Compass Points 2019 (PDF). Our annual indicator report includes data and analysis about notable trends, key demographics, and a dashboard that highlights how Minnesota is doing in key topic areas. The information is used by policymakers, business and community leaders, and others working to ensure the health and wellbeing of all Minnesota residents and communities.

Racial Equity Resource Directory

View a statewide listing of racial equity programs and training providers serving faith communities, civic organizations, educational institutions, and anyone working to combat racism and increase cultural competence.