This study seeks to clarify data and growth projections concerning population in Muncie and Delaware County, Indiana using primary source data. 

We also include memorandum from CBER Director Michael J. Hicks, addressing the impetus for this study.

Tags: population growth, east central indiana

In this report, we calculate the preliminary economic impact of the statewide Regional Cities Initiative, designed for sustainable community growth in Indiana's 92 counties.

Tags: economy, indiana, jobs and employment, migration

How will our economy fare in 2018? CBER director and economist Michael J. Hicks gives his perspective in the annual forecast for the US and Indiana.

Produced for the 22nd annual Indiana Economic Outlook, sponsored by First Merchants and organized by Ball State CBER and the Ball State Business Roundtable.

Tags: economy, forecast, east central indiana, indiana, jobs and employment

This study, Assessing Indiana's E-Readiness in the Development of the Digital Society, seeks to bridge the gaps in research on the relationship between broadband accessibility and human development by assessing the e-readiness of Indiana counties.

In the companion piece, Human Development & Technology in US Counties, the authors expand the scope of their previous research using the Human Development & Technology Index (HDTI) to assess geographic trends in the access to and the quality of broadband technology across all US counties. This work includes considerations for policy makers.

Tags: economic development, Quality of Place, human capital, technology and automation

Drawing students and faculty from around the globe, Ball State University exerts a significant economic effect on Delaware County and the surrounding region. This brief review outlines that economic impact as measured in population, earnings, and total economic activity.

Tags: economic development, education, east central indiana, jobs and employment