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Minnesota-specific data better illustrates the economic conditions and disparities of the state’s largest cultural groups
12/12/2018 9:42:53 AM
Saint Paul —The Minnesota Department of Administration released today the Economic Status of Minnesotans 2018 Chartbook, which provides a statistical portrait of the economic status of Minnesotans for the state’s 17 largest cultural groups. The report contains economic outcomes for each group, as well as descriptive social characteristics (birthplace, age, educational attainment, etc.) that may influence economic outcomes.
“This report provides greater detail on existing disparities in an effort to help policy-makers tailor policy solutions,” said Department of Administration Commissioner Matt Massman. “The hard facts contained in this chartbook are an essential ingredient to the state’s strategic planning for a future where all Minnesotans participate in our economic success.”
The report is Minnesota’s response to the U.S. Census Bureau’s ongoing American Community Survey (ACS), which produces insights into America’s economic, social, housing and demographic characteristics.
Minnesota’s State Demographic Center (SDC) constructed cultural groups and assembled data from the ACS to be more useful than the broad racial groups published by the Census Bureau. Groups working to improve the economic security of Minnesotans can use the report to achieve better outcomes.
“This report provides an updated look at how Minnesota’s diverse cultural communities are faring,” said State Demographer Susan Brower. “The aim of the report is to better understand the different characteristics of Minnesota’s cultural communities with a goal of helping community leaders best address the unique challenges to economic stability that are in place for different communities.”
The data articulates the disparities in education, employment, income and resources among various state residents. The report creates a better understanding of the economic realities of Minnesota’s cultural groups and provides more information to tailor efforts for all groups, and could create a stronger and more secure future for all Minnesotans.
The full chartbook is available online: The Economic Status of Minnesotans 2018.
For additional information, contact:
State Demographer Susan Brower at (651) 201-2472 or susan.brower@state.mn.us
