2026 E-Insights Report

Employment-Population Ratio

  • Tampa Bay’s employment–population ratio has gradually increased since 2020, reflecting steady recovery and growth in local job participation.
  • Austin, Denver, and Minneapolis maintain the highest ratios, showing sustained economic engagement across their working-age populations.
  • Baltimore and Portland remain below the benchmark median, indicating weaker overall labor market participation.
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Trend Over Time

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Competitive Position Trend

Competitive Position Trend Line Graph

About: This indicator measures the percentage of the civilian noninstitutional population aged 16 and over that is currently employed. It reflects the overall level of employment utilization within a region and complements the unemployment rate by highlighting total engagement in the labor market. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) , Table S2301 – Employment Status, 1-Year Estimates (2015–2024). Data aggregated at the Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) level for the 20 benchmark regions in the State of the Region framework.