— While national poverty rates dropped last year, the county-level picture is mixed.
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Scott Story
Trends & Performance
Understanding major drivers of economic change–such as shifts in migration, non-labor income, and industry concentrations–is critical to making sound decisions about how to improve economic performance.
Kelly Pohl
The Growth of Hispanic Populations Across the West
— Hispanics account for roughly one in four westerners and one in six rural westerners.
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Patricia Gude
Which Counties Are Most Reliant on Medicaid?
— National interactive map and charts show Medicaid-dependent counties and populations at risk.
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Montana’s Economy, Public Lands, and Competitive Advantage
— This report summarizes Montana’s economy analyzing recent growth and what is driving its performance, including a description of how federal lands help attract people, investment, and businesses.
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