Urban Economics

RESEARCH & INSIGHTS

Buckle Up: Commuter Car Usage Growing in America’s Largest Cities

Across the top 10 US cities by population, a growing share of commuters are utilizing private vehicles as their mode of transportation.

Racial Inequities in Housing & Environmental Quality

In this installment, we explore redlining's impact on racial disparities observed in housing and environmental quality in the US.

Differences in Renter-Homeowner Personal Inflation Rates Reach a Record High

While both renters and homeowners are still experiencing higher-than-average inflation, the spread between the two has never been wider.

As Residents Flock to the Sun Belt, Affordability Concerns Rise

Increased cost of living within the Sun Belt is straining affordability and has contributed to a reduction of on-time rent payments.