Civic Economics is an economic analysis and strategic planning consultancy with offices in Austin and Chicago.  At Civic Economics, we believe that healthy, sustainable economies develop best in healthy communities.  Consequently, we bring a holistic approach to our work. 

For Government
Big cities and rural villages face new competitive pressures in the global economy.  The era of “smokestack chasing” is over.  Is your community equipped to build sustainable prosperity?

For Business
Businesses, too, must approach their work with a new rigor.  Civic Economics will build upon your “back of the napkin” analysis to provide a sophisticated and compelling case for your evolving strategies.

For Civic Organizations
A wide array of civic organizations places a growing emphasis on accountability and sustainability.  Civic Economics provides a thorough analytical framework for all their endeavors, offering guidance and information from a national perspective.

So whether you represent a government office, a business, or a civic organization, we can help.  Our menu of services can be tailored to the needs of your organization.  And, calling upon our network of highly regarded, specialized strategic partners, Civic Economics can serve as a one-stop-shop for all your analytical and planning needs.

The American Booksellers Association and Civic Economics are pleased to announce the release of the Indie City Index. 

The Indie City Index provides the first national measure of independent retail vitality in every American Metropolitan Area.  The Index ranks each MSA on the share of retail sales captured by independents, provides category rankings based on population and region, and identifies correlations among leading and lagging communities.

Dan Houston and Matt Cunningham presented the Index at the Advocates for Independent Retail Summit on the 18th, and again at the American Booksellers Association Winter Institute on the 21st.

The study document and data appendix are available for DOWNLOAD now.