By 2044, the majority of Americans will be people of color. Rising diversity is a tremendous asset—if all can access the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
Explore the Atlas to get data on changing demographics, racial inclusion, and the economic benefits of equity—in your city, region, state, and nationwide. Begin with the U.S. Summary to explore indicators like the map below.
Percent people of color:
Rising inequality and persistent inequities prevent many low-income people and people of color from realizing their full potential—compromising the entire economy.
Begin with the U.S. Summary to access key equity indicators, like wages by race shown below.
Median hourly wage by race/ethnicity:
Inclusion is the path to a prosperous and resilient new economy. The nation’s total GDP would have been $2.1 trillion higher in 2012 with racial equity—and every region and state would be stronger with equity.
Begin with the U.S. Summary for data on the economic benefits of equity.
Actual GDP and estimated GDP with racial equity in income (billions):
What's New
An Equity Profile of Pinellas County
This profile illustrates how disparities in income, housing, educational attainment, and many other areas are costing Pinellas County billions of dollars in potential economic growth each year.
Monthly Atlas Update
Equity profiles are having a big impact across the nation. Cincinnati City Council barred employers from asking applicants about their salary history, and our partners in Omaha received a planning award.
An Equity Profile of Orange County
This profile examines demographic trends and indicators of equitable growth, highlighting strengths and areas of vulnerability in relation to the goal of building a strong, resilient economy in Orange County.
Report: 100 Million and Counting
In addition to nuanced data on who is economically insecure in America, the report offers bold policies that organizers, policymakers, business leaders, and others can pursue to her foster a more inclusive and equitable economy.