Data, reports, and planning publications to inform economic development strategy across Eastern New Mexico.
Good economic development starts with good data. The sources below provide free, authoritative statistics and research on rural economies, demographics, and industry trends you can cite in grant applications and planning documents.
U.S. Census Bureau
Free demographic, housing, and economic data down to the county and community level. Essential for grant narratives.
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Reports and data on rural economic conditions, employment, population, and poverty across rural America.
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GDP, personal income, and employment data by state, county, and metro area to benchmark local economic performance.
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State and county-level employment, wage, and industry data for New Mexico.
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Federal economic development strategy guidance, including CEDS (Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy) frameworks.
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University research on New Mexico demographics, economy, and community trends.
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