#NebraskaByTheNumbers Archive

	Nebraska Focused: Building Our Future 2/3/2022 \| Josie Schafer shared data and analysis of Nebraska's workforce with Nebraska Public Media. The one-hour program — Nebraska Focused: Building Our Future — visits all four University of Nebraska campuses to look at innovative ways the University of Nebraska is recruiting and training the workforce of the future.
	Reasons for Tightening Workforce, Shortages 1/9/2022 \| Josie Schafer was interviwed by KETV Omaha for a story about the workforce shuffle in Nebraska. She identifies shifting occupations, aging populations, and brain drain as reasons for the tightening workforce and shortages. She recommends businesses find ways to adapt to attract and retain workers.
	Entrepreneurship in Nebraska 1/4/2022 \| Through a review of baseline data on entrepreneurship in Nebraska, interviews, and a survey, the Entrepreneurship in Nebraska Report summarizes the key challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurship development in Nebraska from the perspective of the statewide entrepreneurship ecosystem. Watch Josie Schafer present related research at the Entrepreneurship Best Practices Summit. \| Listen to an interview with Josie Schafer on Nebraska Public Media. \| See coverage of report in the NE Chamber News Update.
	2021 Nebraska Youth Survey 10/8/2021 \| We again partnered with the Nebraska Community Foundation to survey middle and high school students and found they are increasingly embracing their hometowns and seeking ways to contribute to their shared future. The results of the survey reveal the priorities, values, and desires of Nebraska youth; as well as factors that may influences their decision to return or stay in Greater Nebraska in the future. Read more.
	Redistricting Data now on data.census.gov 9/16/2021 \|There are six tables of redistricting data available for most geographies. For easy access we provide links to these for Nebraska on our 2020 Census page. In addition, we have compiled the most popular data from these tables for Nebraska, congressional districts, unicameral districts, counties, and places in a handy dashboard where you can view and easily download the data.
	Local Counts and Redistricting Data 8/12/2021 \| CPAR held a press conference to discuss and answer questions about the local count and redistricting data from the 2020 Census released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. Of Nebraska's 93 counties, 24 — or 26% — had population growth in the 2010s. Visit our 2020 Census page to learn more about the release and to download tables of Nebraska data compiled by CPAR.
	Economic Conditions & Projections for Omaha-Council Bluffs 6/22/2021 \| Colleagues in the UNO College of Business Administration have prepared a report on the Omaha economy post COVID-19. Using a range of metrics the report demonstrates, that while Nebraska weathered the pandemic better than other states and is well into a solid recovery, the economy is not yet stronger than in 2019.
	Consider This... \| 2020 Census Results 6/12/2021 \| David Drozd was a featured guest on Consider This...with Cathy Wyatt. The 2020 Census slogan was "Shape Your Future: START HERE." How did Nebraskans respond? The pandemic may have kept us from doing many things; however, providing the necessary data did not seem to be one of them. In fact, the state ranked fourth in self-responding. And that’s not all. Watch the episode to learn how Nebraska stacks up to the rest of the country when it comes to growth.
	The Impact Statement 5/26/2021 \| May's issue of The Impact Statement shows how CPAR leverages data to help all Nebraskans make informed decisions that improve the lives of their families, their neighbors, and the world around them. Read it to learn how we were instrumental in supporting U.S. Census efforts in the state, tracking vaccination rates, and understanding the implications of many businesses' shift to remote work. Read a UNO News Center article about our impact. \| Listen to a two-part interview of Catherine Lang and Josie Schafer by Mike Hogan on KIOS.
	Aksarben Foundation Data Book 5/12/2021 \| We partnered with the Aksarben Foundation to prepare a Data Book showing demographic and socio-economic characteristics over time. Highlights include population change in Nebraska and the U.S.; rising diversity for various age groups and aspects of Nebraska’s workforce such as educational attainment and earnings. The document also shows patterns in Nebraska’s net migration by education level (brain drain) compared to other states.
	Nebraska's workforce research featured in SPN 5/6/2021 \| Josie Schafer's research on Nebraska's workforce was recently featured in the UNL Nebraska Governance & Technology Center Tech Roundup which referenced an article in Silicon Prairie News debating whether remote workers benefit the economies where they live. Schafer's research was originally presented at the April session of the 2021 Nebraska Data Users Conference Series. Schafer's research was also highlighted in a story in the UNO News Center.
	Nebraska's First Look at 2020 Census Data 4/26/21 \| University Communications and the Center for Public Affairs Research held an online press conference detailing data about Nebraska from the first release of data from the 2020 Census. Nebraska's population count for April 1, 2020, is 1,961,504. Visit our 2020 Census page for the latest information and data. Read a story about the press conference.
	CPAR Featured in OWH Article on Measuring Economic Impact 4/6/21 \| We are honored to be featured in the Omaha World-Herald for the work we have done to measure economic impact across Nebraska during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schafer is quoted, "[Our efforts] provide needed evidence of where the state is, where it has been, and where it is going — allowing public officials and business owners to make informed decisions." The article can also be found in the UNO News Center.
	Number of Establishments by County and NBDC Region 3/19/2021 \| We recently analyzed some business establishment data from the Nebraska Department of Labor, U.S. Census Bureau, and Bureau of Labor Statistics for the Nebraska Business Development Center. We also created a map and combined that with the data into an infographic. NBDC included it in their 2020 Annual Report.
	CPAR Collaborates on Nebraska Community Opportunity Map 3/5/2021 \| The Community Opportunity Map displays a wide range of demographic and socio-economic factors plus items related to child well-being such as juvenile arrests, child abuse/neglect, and teen births. CPAR partnered with a variety of other stakeholders to develop this tool now in its third iteration with a new geographic level for Nebraska Unicameral Districts.
	A Deeper Look at Brain Drain with David Drozd 3/5/2021 \| David Drozd is in the news! He was interviewed by KMTV News for A Deeper Look: Brain Drain in Nebraska. Brain drain is the net migration of college educated adults moving out of the state. Over the last 10 years Nebraska lost about 2,000 adults a year to brain drain.
	Governing.unomaha.edu Features New and Updated Stories 2/25/2021 \| Governing.unomaha.edu has new stories on vehicle availability, housing affordability, and children in married couple households. Recently updated stories include city renter population, commute times, housing affordability, cities with long-term residents, union membership, and industry/occupation by age. Updates and additions are done regularly to assure the data stays available and relevant.
	Access the Experts: David Drozd 2/5/2021 \| David Drozd, research coordinator, was recently featured in an installment of Access the Experts, answering the question: “How did places like Nebraska become so demographically segregated, in which small towns are predominately white and urban areas are more ethnically diverse?”
	Population Data and Projections for the Norris School District 2/4/2021 \| CPAR prepared population projections by age and grade for the fast-growing Norris School District. The projections utilized local fertility trends and detailed migration by age patterns. They highlight what the district can expect in the years ahead to aid their planning for expected future growth.
	Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee 2020 Annual Report 1/28/2021 \| CPAR worked with the Planning Committee of the Nebraska State Legislature throughout 2020 to produce demographic, economic, and policy reports and dashboards. The 2020 Annual Report summarizes the efforts of the committee for all the senators of the Nebraska unicameral.
	COVID-19 and Its IMPACT on Aging Nebraskans 1/28/2021 \| Finding ways to support elders at this time is of critical importance, especially those living alone or isolated. CPAR recently partnered with the UNO Department of Gerontology to produce a report on COVID-19 and its impact on aging Nebraskans for Nebraska's Area Agencies on Aging.
	How to Use the Census Bureau's Subject Tables from the American Community Survey on data.census.gov Tutorial Video 12/23/2020 \| Here is the third in our series of tutorial videos produced by CPAR. This one is of David Drozd demonstrating how to use the Census Bureau's subject tables from the American Community Survey on data.census.gov. Subject tables have both numbers and percentages making them a versatile choice when looking for data on a particular topic. View a list of subject tables.
	CPAR Updates Visualizations 12/18/2020 \| The Census Bureau released the American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates for 2015-2019. Then we updated three of our most popular dashboards: Quick Facts for Counties; Quick Facts for Legislative Districts; and Comparing Legislative Districts. Check them out for the latest data for Nebraska!
	Data Show Unicameral Districts Likely to Need Adjustment During 2021 Redistricting 12/17/2020 \| Want a sneak preview of how the 2020 Census might affect the boundaries of the Unicameral Districts? David Drozd analyzed data from the recently released 2015-2019 American Community Survey 5-year Estimates to determine which districts have higher or lower populations than average. These population variances will impact redistricting in 2021. Read the stories in the Lincoln Journal Star, KNEB, and KLIN. \| View the data.
	How to Find, Download, and Rank Data for the 100 Most Populated Metro Areas Using data.census.gov Tutorial Video 12/15/2020 \| Here is the second in our series of tutorial videos produced by CPAR. This one is of David Drozd demonstrating how to find, download, and rank data for the 100 most populated metro areas using data.census.gov.
	How to Create a Thematic Map on data.census.gov Tutorial Video 12/7/2020 \| Here is the first in a series of tutorial videos produced by CPAR. This one is of David Drozd demonstrating how to select, download and create a online map of ZIP code data using the mapping function at data.census.gov. Watch this space for more tutorials; and let us know if there are specific tutorials you want to see.
	Vehicle Availability for U.S. Metro on governing.unomaha.edu 11/11/2020 \| We added a new story on governing.unomaha.edu. It includes a interactive map and data table that explore the percentage of different types of households in U.S. metros that have no vehicle available. While you are there check out recent updates to our stories on census return rates, federal employment, and personal consumption expenditures.
	Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the Criminal Justice System in Nebraska 10/22/2020 \| CPAR — with partners Leah Butler and Ryan Spohn from the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice — prepared a descriptive brief on racial and ethnic disparities in the criminal justice system in Nebraska at the request of the Planning Committee of the Nebraska Legislature.
	COVID-19's Impact on Nebraska Rural Transit Service 09/29/2020 \| CPAR, as part of the Nebraska Statewide Transit Initiative, conducted two surveys of Nebraska transit agency managers to better understand how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted rural transit services in Nebraska. The findings are in the COVID-19's Impact on Nebraska Rural Transit Service report and Executive Summary. \| Read the news report.
	Nebraska Youth Survey 09/27/2020 \| CPAR worked with the Nebraska Community Foundation to conduct the Nebraska Youth Survey. Over 1,000 high school students responded. The results reveal the priorities, values, and desires of these individuals as well as factors that may influence their decision to return to or remain in Greater Nebraska in the future. \| Read a news report explaining the survey process and results. This report is a featured story of the Community Engagement Partnership Initiative.
	Access the Experts: Josie Schafer 9/25/2020 \| Josie Schafer, director of CPAR, was recently featured in an installment of Access the Experts, answering the question: "One of the biggest concerns for our state is rural depopulation and brain drain. What efforts are underway to create a stable future for rural Nebraska?"
	2020 Nebraska Data Users Conference 08/24/2020 \| While the 2020 Nebraska Data Users Conference is over, you can still access the presentations and recordings of the presentations on our YouTube channel.
	ROUND TWO \| COVID-19 Impact on Nebraska Businesses: Nebraska Business Response Survey Report 08/19/2020 \| CPAR and a variety of statewide partners conducted a second round of the Nebraska Business Response Survey in June 2020 to study the continuing impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska businesses. Read the news release.
	Nebraska Economic Recovery Dashboard 07/07/2020 \| The Nebraska Economic Recovery Dashboard is a joint project with of the Planning Committee of the Nebraska Legislature to offer a visual tracking system of the state’s fiscal health through the COVID-19 pandemic and into recovery. All indicators will be updated regularly to provide timely, on-going information during the evolving pandemic.
	Lancaster County Population Projections: 2010 to 2050 06/10/2020 \| CPAR prepared a report, Lancaster County Population Projections, which presents a comprehensive set of population and household projections to 2050 for Lancaster County, Nebraska. The projections detail continued growth, especially among older age groups. The projections provide values for both non-Hispanic Whites and persons of color, indicating rising diversity over time. Projected household statistics include those that have a child under age 18, those that live alone, and average household size.
	COVID-19 Impact on Nebraska Businesses: Nebraska Business Response Survey Report 05/18/2020 \| CPAR worked with a variety of statewide partners to understand the impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska’s businesses and nonprofit organizations. In the Nebraska Business Response Survey Report, conducted in April 2020, we examine the impacts of COVID-19 by industry and region.
	Mobility Matters 2020 Quarter 1 04/10/2020 \| Mobility Matters is a quarterly newsletter created by CPAR in partnership with the Nebraska Department of Transportation and the Nebraska Safety Center. It includes stories on new regulations and guidance, upcoming transit events, and stories of public transit. The Mobility Matters 2020 Quarter 1 issue includes information on the response to COVID-19 from transit agencies and future driver training opportunities.
	Fiscal Stress in Local Governments and Nonprofits During COVID-19 Survey Results 04/10/2020 \| Craig Maher, Ph.D., and Trang Hong, Ph.D., with the UNO School of Public Administration have released the results of the Fiscal Stress in Local Governments and Nonprofits During COVID-19 Survey.
	Small Businesses in Nebraska 03/23/2020 \| CPAR worked with the Nebraska Business Development Center to develop a small business by the numbers infographic for their annual report. We brought together data from multiple sources to be able to characterize small business in Nebraska.
	Aspects of Nebraska's Migration Including Brain Drain and Workforce Impacts 02/27/2020 \| David Drozd recently gave a presentation called Aspects of Nebraska's Migration Including Brain Drain and Workforce Impacts to staff members at the Nebraska Department of Economic Development. The figures show Nebraska’s net outmigration of those with a Bachelor’s Degree or more education over time, by race and ethnicity, by age, the states we tend to lose to, and which counties are experiencing net losses.
	Speaking of Nebraska: 2020 Census 02/27/2020 \| David Drozd was interviewed for the Feb. 27, 2020, episode of Speaking of Nebraska, on the topic of the 2020 Census. Also interviewed are Senator Tony Vargas, Heather Engdahl of Civic Nebraska, and Blanca Ramirez-Salazar of the U.S. Census Bureau Denver Region Office. Speaking of Nebraska is a weekly show on NETnebraska about the issues facing Nebraska.
	Characteristics of the Omaha Metro’s Black/African American Population 02/20/2020 \| David Drozd compiled key data on recent local changes in Characteristics of the Omaha Metro's Black/African American Population for a Black History Month event. There are positive trends for rising education and income levels; lowered unemployment and poverty levels; the relationship between family type and poverty; and a relatively unknown trend for increases in households where one person lives alone. Rankings among the 100 largest metros and change over time are provided. While there is more work to do, we should be aware of and celebrate these improvements.
	Speaking of Nebraska: Rural Transportation 02/13/2020 \| Bill Bivin was interviewed for the Feb. 13,2020, episode of Speaking of Nebraska, on the topic of Rural Transportation. Bivin talks about why rural public transit is important to Nebraska and about CPAR's partnership with the Nebraska Department of Transportation and the Nebraska Safety Center working to improve public transit in Nebraska. Speaking of Nebraska is a weekly show on NETnebraska about the issues facing Nebraska.
	Consider This: Census 2020 02/08/2020 \| Josie Schafer recently discussed the 2020 Census on Consider This... with Cathy Wyatt. Next month, households across the country will be invited to participate in this. Watch Consider This: Census 2020 to learn what Nebraska is doing to help increase reporting, especially in the hard to reach counties.
	Middle-Income Housing in Nebraska 01/02/2020 \| CPAR recently explored the challenges and opportunities of housing across the state of Nebraska. Read our Middle-Income Housing in Nebraska report to learn more about the middle class, why there is a demand for middle-income housing, and LB 518 - The Rural Workforce Housing Investment Act.
	Two Nebraskas: Our Changing Landscape - UPDATED! 12/19/2019 \| Over the past several decades in Nebraska, where and how people live has changed dramatically. In this updated version of our Two Nebraskas: Our Changing Landscape infographic you can see that metropolitan Nebraska is younger, more diverse, and more educated. However, some attributes of life in Nebraska transcend county boarders, such as the high rate of labor force participation and that most Nebraskans are Nebraskans for life.
	Cash Reserve Fund Decision Memo 12/03/2019 \| John Bartle, dean of the College of Public Affairs and Community Service presented this Cash Reserve Fund Decision Memo on strategies to increase and preserve the Rainy Day Fund Balance in Nebraska to the Legislature's Planning Committee.
	Nebraska's Youth and Education Governance 11/01/2019 \| In 2019, we were asked by the Planning Committee of the State Legislature to explore the education system in Nebraska. The report, Nebraska's Youth and Education Governance, focuses on who the students of Nebraska are, the governance system for K-12 education, and the finance system for K-12 education.
	Nebraska Diversity and Socio-Economic Differences by Race/Ethnicity 10/25/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently presented at the Nebraska Hispanic Leadership Diversity & Inclusion Conference. The presentation Nebraska Diversity and Socio-Economic Differences by Race/Ethnicity compares disparities by race, which was the theme of the conference session.
	Nebraska's Workforce 10/25/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently met with the Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee to explore Nebraska's Workforce and present data on demographics; education and occupation; and earnings.
	Vanpool \| Connecting the Workforce to Work 10/14/2019 \| A vanpool is a mode of public transportation comprised of a group of riders who agree to share their ride to work in a leased van. Learn more in our analysis Vanpool: Connecting the Workforce to Work that explores the costs, benefits, and opportunities of vanpool in Nebraska.
	Variation in Funding and Spending Across Nebraska School Districts 10/07/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently met with the Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee to explore Variation in Funding and Spending Across Nebraska School Districts and present high-level data on fiscal and organizational policy options.
	The Power and Potential of an Aging Nebraska 10/07/2019 \| There are an estimated 8,000 Nebraskans age 60 years or older retiring each year. In 2019 Nebraskans age 75 years or older Nebraskans under 5 years of age. Learn more about the aging population in Nebraska from our latest infographic, The Power and Potential of an Aging Nebraska and the accompanying slide deck by our colleagues in the UNO Department of Gerontology.
	Why the 2020 Census Will Not Ask About Citizenship 09/30/2019 \| The 2020 Census will only ask questions about individuals' names, housing arrangements, sex, age, race, ethnicity, and relationship to the householder. Check out our infographic to find out why it will not ask about citizenship and why this important Supreme Court decision matters. The infographic is available in English and Spanish.
	Nebraska's Increasing Urbanization 09/19/2019 \| A look at Nebraska demographic data reveals that increasingly, Nebraskans are leaving rural parts of the state and moving to our urban centers. Josie Gatti Schafer, director of CPAR, did a presentation the dives deep into the data regarding Nebraska's Increasing Urbanization at the 2019 OpenSky's Fall Policy Symposium.
	Nebraska's Workforce 09/16/2019 \| Nebraska's workforce is an important conversation. Check out our infographic on Nebraska's Workforce. These numbers can help inform the conversation.
	Future home of data interactives from Governing magazine 9/15/2019 \| Governing.com has announced it will discontinue operations. Governing magazine has been a staple for research, insights, and data analysis on issues of interest to local and state governments for 32 years. We have partnered with the data editor of Governing to transition and update data interactives from Governing.com with a goal to assure the data stays available and relevant. Check back often at governing.unomaha.edu for updates.
	The Policy Environment for Nebraska 07/17/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently met with the Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee to explore The Policy Environment for Nebraska and present high-level data on 5 policy topics deemed important or extremely important by over one-half of the state senators: population; aging; diversity and demographics; education; and workforce.
	Community Survey for Manhattan, Kansas 07/01/2019 \| We recently assisted the City of Manhattan, Kansas, with the data collection and analysis of their biennial community survey. Does your community or organization need assistance with a data project? Contact CPAR at unocpar@unomaha.edu or 402.554.2134 to learn more about how we can help.
	Quick Facts for Nebraska Legislative Districts 05/17/2019 \| Want to learn more about your legislative district? Want to see how it has changed over time? Then explore the data using our new interactive dashboard: Quick Facts for Nebraska Legislative Districts. Learn about population, poverty, education, labor force participation, insurance rates, housing and more from 2012 to the most current data from the American Community Survey.
	2018 Nebraska Voter Turnout 02/27/2019 \| Last fall, CPAR analyzed voter turnout data to provide a picture of who might show up to the polls for the 2018 midterm election. Now that the election is over, we share a picture of who actually did show up on our new 2018 Nebraska Voter Turnout infographic.
	Profile of Nebraskans with an Associate Degree 01/25/2019 \| Educational attainment is an important part of a conversation about Nebraska's workforce. Check out this Profile of Nebraskans with an Associate Degree. See where they are employed and how we rank among our peer states.
	Snapshot of Nebraska 12/04/2018 \| David Drozd presented a Snapshot of Nebraska at the Nebraska Economic Development Summit. The snapshot included data on trends; population and diversity; aging and workforce; and education and income. Chamber members and several state senators were in attendance. Governor Pete Ricketts and NU President Hank Bounds also spoke.
	Our Changing Landscape 11/30/2018 \| Over the past several decades in Nebraska, where and how people live has changed dramatically. In the Two Nebraskas: Our Changing Landscape infographic you can see that metropolitan Nebraska is younger, more diverse and more educated. However, some attributes of life in Nebraska transcend county boarders, such as the high rate of labor force participation and that most Nebraskans are Nebraskans for life.
	Legislative Planning Committee 11/25/2018 \| Since 2009, CPAR has provided data to the Planning Committee of the Nebraska Legislature. The Planning Committee serves to identify the trends, opportunities, and challenges that are shaping Nebraska, and provide their feedback on next steps to the legislature. In November, we presented data on the rainy day fund and on changing demographics of Nebraska.
	Changing Demographics of Nebraska 11/19/2018 \| As the lead agency for the Nebraska State Data Center, CPAR staff members are often called upon to provide demographic data about the state for various agencies, businesses and nonprofits. Check out our most recent presentation, Changing Demographics of Nebraska, written and presented by CPAR's new director, Josie Schafer, for the Coalition for a Stronger Nebraska's budget study group.
	Where does your legislative district rank? 02/04/2019 \| Have you ever wondered which Nebraska Legislative District has the highest unemployment or the lowest percentage of owner-occupied housing? You can find out easily by exploring our latest interactive dashboard, Selected Characteristics for Nebraska Legislative Districts, which ranks districts on 34 different characteristics for six different time periods. BTW, for 2017, District 11 has the highest unemployment and District 46 has the lowest percentage of owner-occupied housing.
	Voter Turnout in Nebraska 02/02/2019 \| In anticipation of the 2018 midterm election, CPAR analyzed voter turnout data to provide a picture of who might show up to the polls. The research showed young and middle-aged voters in Nebraska vote at lower levels than other age groups.
	Housing Affordability 10/01/2018 \| The Omaha-Council Bluffs metro ranks high in housing affordability according to a new analysis by CPAR. Of the top 10 metros, Omaha-Council Bluffs has both the highest estimated median home value and and the highest median household income. Learn more by reading the latest NEXUS on housing affordability.
	Douglas/Sarpy County 09/06/2018 \| Did you know the median family income in Douglas/Sarpy county is $76,600? Check out our latest infographic on Douglas/Sarpy County Families and Businesses for quick data on median family income, median age, unemployment, labor force participation, number of business establishment, and more.

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	Nebraska Focused: Building Our Future 2/3/2022 \| Josie Schafer shared data and analysis of Nebraska's workforce with Nebraska Public Media. The one-hour program — Nebraska Focused: Building Our Future — visits all four University of Nebraska campuses to look at innovative ways the University of Nebraska is recruiting and training the workforce of the future.
	Reasons for Tightening Workforce, Shortages 1/9/2022 \| Josie Schafer was interviwed by KETV Omaha for a story about the workforce shuffle in Nebraska. She identifies shifting occupations, aging populations, and brain drain as reasons for the tightening workforce and shortages. She recommends businesses find ways to adapt to attract and retain workers.
	Entrepreneurship in Nebraska 1/4/2022 \| Through a review of baseline data on entrepreneurship in Nebraska, interviews, and a survey, the Entrepreneurship in Nebraska Report summarizes the key challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurship development in Nebraska from the perspective of the statewide entrepreneurship ecosystem. Watch Josie Schafer present related research at the Entrepreneurship Best Practices Summit. \| Listen to an interview with Josie Schafer on Nebraska Public Media. \| See coverage of report in the NE Chamber News Update.
	2021 Nebraska Youth Survey 10/8/2021 \| We again partnered with the Nebraska Community Foundation to survey middle and high school students and found they are increasingly embracing their hometowns and seeking ways to contribute to their shared future. The results of the survey reveal the priorities, values, and desires of Nebraska youth; as well as factors that may influences their decision to return or stay in Greater Nebraska in the future. Read more.
	Redistricting Data now on data.census.gov 9/16/2021 \|There are six tables of redistricting data available for most geographies. For easy access we provide links to these for Nebraska on our 2020 Census page. In addition, we have compiled the most popular data from these tables for Nebraska, congressional districts, unicameral districts, counties, and places in a handy dashboard where you can view and easily download the data.
	Local Counts and Redistricting Data 8/12/2021 \| CPAR held a press conference to discuss and answer questions about the local count and redistricting data from the 2020 Census released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. Of Nebraska's 93 counties, 24 — or 26% — had population growth in the 2010s. Visit our 2020 Census page to learn more about the release and to download tables of Nebraska data compiled by CPAR.
	Economic Conditions & Projections for Omaha-Council Bluffs 6/22/2021 \| Colleagues in the UNO College of Business Administration have prepared a report on the Omaha economy post COVID-19. Using a range of metrics the report demonstrates, that while Nebraska weathered the pandemic better than other states and is well into a solid recovery, the economy is not yet stronger than in 2019.
	Consider This... \| 2020 Census Results 6/12/2021 \| David Drozd was a featured guest on Consider This...with Cathy Wyatt. The 2020 Census slogan was "Shape Your Future: START HERE." How did Nebraskans respond? The pandemic may have kept us from doing many things; however, providing the necessary data did not seem to be one of them. In fact, the state ranked fourth in self-responding. And that’s not all. Watch the episode to learn how Nebraska stacks up to the rest of the country when it comes to growth.
	The Impact Statement 5/26/2021 \| May's issue of The Impact Statement shows how CPAR leverages data to help all Nebraskans make informed decisions that improve the lives of their families, their neighbors, and the world around them. Read it to learn how we were instrumental in supporting U.S. Census efforts in the state, tracking vaccination rates, and understanding the implications of many businesses' shift to remote work. Read a UNO News Center article about our impact. \| Listen to a two-part interview of Catherine Lang and Josie Schafer by Mike Hogan on KIOS.
	Aksarben Foundation Data Book 5/12/2021 \| We partnered with the Aksarben Foundation to prepare a Data Book showing demographic and socio-economic characteristics over time. Highlights include population change in Nebraska and the U.S.; rising diversity for various age groups and aspects of Nebraska’s workforce such as educational attainment and earnings. The document also shows patterns in Nebraska’s net migration by education level (brain drain) compared to other states.
	Nebraska's workforce research featured in SPN 5/6/2021 \| Josie Schafer's research on Nebraska's workforce was recently featured in the UNL Nebraska Governance & Technology Center Tech Roundup which referenced an article in Silicon Prairie News debating whether remote workers benefit the economies where they live. Schafer's research was originally presented at the April session of the 2021 Nebraska Data Users Conference Series. Schafer's research was also highlighted in a story in the UNO News Center.
	Nebraska's First Look at 2020 Census Data 4/26/21 \| University Communications and the Center for Public Affairs Research held an online press conference detailing data about Nebraska from the first release of data from the 2020 Census. Nebraska's population count for April 1, 2020, is 1,961,504. Visit our 2020 Census page for the latest information and data. Read a story about the press conference.
	CPAR Featured in OWH Article on Measuring Economic Impact 4/6/21 \| We are honored to be featured in the Omaha World-Herald for the work we have done to measure economic impact across Nebraska during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schafer is quoted, "[Our efforts] provide needed evidence of where the state is, where it has been, and where it is going — allowing public officials and business owners to make informed decisions." The article can also be found in the UNO News Center.
	Number of Establishments by County and NBDC Region 3/19/2021 \| We recently analyzed some business establishment data from the Nebraska Department of Labor, U.S. Census Bureau, and Bureau of Labor Statistics for the Nebraska Business Development Center. We also created a map and combined that with the data into an infographic. NBDC included it in their 2020 Annual Report.
	CPAR Collaborates on Nebraska Community Opportunity Map 3/5/2021 \| The Community Opportunity Map displays a wide range of demographic and socio-economic factors plus items related to child well-being such as juvenile arrests, child abuse/neglect, and teen births. CPAR partnered with a variety of other stakeholders to develop this tool now in its third iteration with a new geographic level for Nebraska Unicameral Districts.
	A Deeper Look at Brain Drain with David Drozd 3/5/2021 \| David Drozd is in the news! He was interviewed by KMTV News for A Deeper Look: Brain Drain in Nebraska. Brain drain is the net migration of college educated adults moving out of the state. Over the last 10 years Nebraska lost about 2,000 adults a year to brain drain.
	Governing.unomaha.edu Features New and Updated Stories 2/25/2021 \| Governing.unomaha.edu has new stories on vehicle availability, housing affordability, and children in married couple households. Recently updated stories include city renter population, commute times, housing affordability, cities with long-term residents, union membership, and industry/occupation by age. Updates and additions are done regularly to assure the data stays available and relevant.
	Access the Experts: David Drozd 2/5/2021 \| David Drozd, research coordinator, was recently featured in an installment of Access the Experts, answering the question: “How did places like Nebraska become so demographically segregated, in which small towns are predominately white and urban areas are more ethnically diverse?”
	Population Data and Projections for the Norris School District 2/4/2021 \| CPAR prepared population projections by age and grade for the fast-growing Norris School District. The projections utilized local fertility trends and detailed migration by age patterns. They highlight what the district can expect in the years ahead to aid their planning for expected future growth.
	Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee 2020 Annual Report 1/28/2021 \| CPAR worked with the Planning Committee of the Nebraska State Legislature throughout 2020 to produce demographic, economic, and policy reports and dashboards. The 2020 Annual Report summarizes the efforts of the committee for all the senators of the Nebraska unicameral.
	COVID-19 and Its IMPACT on Aging Nebraskans 1/28/2021 \| Finding ways to support elders at this time is of critical importance, especially those living alone or isolated. CPAR recently partnered with the UNO Department of Gerontology to produce a report on COVID-19 and its impact on aging Nebraskans for Nebraska's Area Agencies on Aging.
	How to Use the Census Bureau's Subject Tables from the American Community Survey on data.census.gov Tutorial Video 12/23/2020 \| Here is the third in our series of tutorial videos produced by CPAR. This one is of David Drozd demonstrating how to use the Census Bureau's subject tables from the American Community Survey on data.census.gov. Subject tables have both numbers and percentages making them a versatile choice when looking for data on a particular topic. View a list of subject tables.
	CPAR Updates Visualizations 12/18/2020 \| The Census Bureau released the American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates for 2015-2019. Then we updated three of our most popular dashboards: Quick Facts for Counties; Quick Facts for Legislative Districts; and Comparing Legislative Districts. Check them out for the latest data for Nebraska!
	Data Show Unicameral Districts Likely to Need Adjustment During 2021 Redistricting 12/17/2020 \| Want a sneak preview of how the 2020 Census might affect the boundaries of the Unicameral Districts? David Drozd analyzed data from the recently released 2015-2019 American Community Survey 5-year Estimates to determine which districts have higher or lower populations than average. These population variances will impact redistricting in 2021. Read the stories in the Lincoln Journal Star, KNEB, and KLIN. \| View the data.
	How to Find, Download, and Rank Data for the 100 Most Populated Metro Areas Using data.census.gov Tutorial Video 12/15/2020 \| Here is the second in our series of tutorial videos produced by CPAR. This one is of David Drozd demonstrating how to find, download, and rank data for the 100 most populated metro areas using data.census.gov.
	How to Create a Thematic Map on data.census.gov Tutorial Video 12/7/2020 \| Here is the first in a series of tutorial videos produced by CPAR. This one is of David Drozd demonstrating how to select, download and create a online map of ZIP code data using the mapping function at data.census.gov. Watch this space for more tutorials; and let us know if there are specific tutorials you want to see.
	Vehicle Availability for U.S. Metro on governing.unomaha.edu 11/11/2020 \| We added a new story on governing.unomaha.edu. It includes a interactive map and data table that explore the percentage of different types of households in U.S. metros that have no vehicle available. While you are there check out recent updates to our stories on census return rates, federal employment, and personal consumption expenditures.
	Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the Criminal Justice System in Nebraska 10/22/2020 \| CPAR — with partners Leah Butler and Ryan Spohn from the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice — prepared a descriptive brief on racial and ethnic disparities in the criminal justice system in Nebraska at the request of the Planning Committee of the Nebraska Legislature.
	COVID-19's Impact on Nebraska Rural Transit Service 09/29/2020 \| CPAR, as part of the Nebraska Statewide Transit Initiative, conducted two surveys of Nebraska transit agency managers to better understand how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted rural transit services in Nebraska. The findings are in the COVID-19's Impact on Nebraska Rural Transit Service report and Executive Summary. \| Read the news report.
	Nebraska Youth Survey 09/27/2020 \| CPAR worked with the Nebraska Community Foundation to conduct the Nebraska Youth Survey. Over 1,000 high school students responded. The results reveal the priorities, values, and desires of these individuals as well as factors that may influence their decision to return to or remain in Greater Nebraska in the future. \| Read a news report explaining the survey process and results. This report is a featured story of the Community Engagement Partnership Initiative.
	Access the Experts: Josie Schafer 9/25/2020 \| Josie Schafer, director of CPAR, was recently featured in an installment of Access the Experts, answering the question: "One of the biggest concerns for our state is rural depopulation and brain drain. What efforts are underway to create a stable future for rural Nebraska?"
	2020 Nebraska Data Users Conference 08/24/2020 \| While the 2020 Nebraska Data Users Conference is over, you can still access the presentations and recordings of the presentations on our YouTube channel.
	ROUND TWO \| COVID-19 Impact on Nebraska Businesses: Nebraska Business Response Survey Report 08/19/2020 \| CPAR and a variety of statewide partners conducted a second round of the Nebraska Business Response Survey in June 2020 to study the continuing impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska businesses. Read the news release.
	Nebraska Economic Recovery Dashboard 07/07/2020 \| The Nebraska Economic Recovery Dashboard is a joint project with of the Planning Committee of the Nebraska Legislature to offer a visual tracking system of the state’s fiscal health through the COVID-19 pandemic and into recovery. All indicators will be updated regularly to provide timely, on-going information during the evolving pandemic.
	Lancaster County Population Projections: 2010 to 2050 06/10/2020 \| CPAR prepared a report, Lancaster County Population Projections, which presents a comprehensive set of population and household projections to 2050 for Lancaster County, Nebraska. The projections detail continued growth, especially among older age groups. The projections provide values for both non-Hispanic Whites and persons of color, indicating rising diversity over time. Projected household statistics include those that have a child under age 18, those that live alone, and average household size.
	COVID-19 Impact on Nebraska Businesses: Nebraska Business Response Survey Report 05/18/2020 \| CPAR worked with a variety of statewide partners to understand the impact of COVID-19 on Nebraska’s businesses and nonprofit organizations. In the Nebraska Business Response Survey Report, conducted in April 2020, we examine the impacts of COVID-19 by industry and region.
	Mobility Matters 2020 Quarter 1 04/10/2020 \| Mobility Matters is a quarterly newsletter created by CPAR in partnership with the Nebraska Department of Transportation and the Nebraska Safety Center. It includes stories on new regulations and guidance, upcoming transit events, and stories of public transit. The Mobility Matters 2020 Quarter 1 issue includes information on the response to COVID-19 from transit agencies and future driver training opportunities.
	Fiscal Stress in Local Governments and Nonprofits During COVID-19 Survey Results 04/10/2020 \| Craig Maher, Ph.D., and Trang Hong, Ph.D., with the UNO School of Public Administration have released the results of the Fiscal Stress in Local Governments and Nonprofits During COVID-19 Survey.
	Small Businesses in Nebraska 03/23/2020 \| CPAR worked with the Nebraska Business Development Center to develop a small business by the numbers infographic for their annual report. We brought together data from multiple sources to be able to characterize small business in Nebraska.
	Aspects of Nebraska's Migration Including Brain Drain and Workforce Impacts 02/27/2020 \| David Drozd recently gave a presentation called Aspects of Nebraska's Migration Including Brain Drain and Workforce Impacts to staff members at the Nebraska Department of Economic Development. The figures show Nebraska’s net outmigration of those with a Bachelor’s Degree or more education over time, by race and ethnicity, by age, the states we tend to lose to, and which counties are experiencing net losses.
	Speaking of Nebraska: 2020 Census 02/27/2020 \| David Drozd was interviewed for the Feb. 27, 2020, episode of Speaking of Nebraska, on the topic of the 2020 Census. Also interviewed are Senator Tony Vargas, Heather Engdahl of Civic Nebraska, and Blanca Ramirez-Salazar of the U.S. Census Bureau Denver Region Office. Speaking of Nebraska is a weekly show on NETnebraska about the issues facing Nebraska.
	Characteristics of the Omaha Metro’s Black/African American Population 02/20/2020 \| David Drozd compiled key data on recent local changes in Characteristics of the Omaha Metro's Black/African American Population for a Black History Month event. There are positive trends for rising education and income levels; lowered unemployment and poverty levels; the relationship between family type and poverty; and a relatively unknown trend for increases in households where one person lives alone. Rankings among the 100 largest metros and change over time are provided. While there is more work to do, we should be aware of and celebrate these improvements.
	Speaking of Nebraska: Rural Transportation 02/13/2020 \| Bill Bivin was interviewed for the Feb. 13,2020, episode of Speaking of Nebraska, on the topic of Rural Transportation. Bivin talks about why rural public transit is important to Nebraska and about CPAR's partnership with the Nebraska Department of Transportation and the Nebraska Safety Center working to improve public transit in Nebraska. Speaking of Nebraska is a weekly show on NETnebraska about the issues facing Nebraska.
	Consider This: Census 2020 02/08/2020 \| Josie Schafer recently discussed the 2020 Census on Consider This... with Cathy Wyatt. Next month, households across the country will be invited to participate in this. Watch Consider This: Census 2020 to learn what Nebraska is doing to help increase reporting, especially in the hard to reach counties.
	Middle-Income Housing in Nebraska 01/02/2020 \| CPAR recently explored the challenges and opportunities of housing across the state of Nebraska. Read our Middle-Income Housing in Nebraska report to learn more about the middle class, why there is a demand for middle-income housing, and LB 518 - The Rural Workforce Housing Investment Act.
	Two Nebraskas: Our Changing Landscape - UPDATED! 12/19/2019 \| Over the past several decades in Nebraska, where and how people live has changed dramatically. In this updated version of our Two Nebraskas: Our Changing Landscape infographic you can see that metropolitan Nebraska is younger, more diverse, and more educated. However, some attributes of life in Nebraska transcend county boarders, such as the high rate of labor force participation and that most Nebraskans are Nebraskans for life.
	Cash Reserve Fund Decision Memo 12/03/2019 \| John Bartle, dean of the College of Public Affairs and Community Service presented this Cash Reserve Fund Decision Memo on strategies to increase and preserve the Rainy Day Fund Balance in Nebraska to the Legislature's Planning Committee.
	Nebraska's Youth and Education Governance 11/01/2019 \| In 2019, we were asked by the Planning Committee of the State Legislature to explore the education system in Nebraska. The report, Nebraska's Youth and Education Governance, focuses on who the students of Nebraska are, the governance system for K-12 education, and the finance system for K-12 education.
	Nebraska Diversity and Socio-Economic Differences by Race/Ethnicity 10/25/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently presented at the Nebraska Hispanic Leadership Diversity & Inclusion Conference. The presentation Nebraska Diversity and Socio-Economic Differences by Race/Ethnicity compares disparities by race, which was the theme of the conference session.
	Nebraska's Workforce 10/25/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently met with the Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee to explore Nebraska's Workforce and present data on demographics; education and occupation; and earnings.
	Vanpool \| Connecting the Workforce to Work 10/14/2019 \| A vanpool is a mode of public transportation comprised of a group of riders who agree to share their ride to work in a leased van. Learn more in our analysis Vanpool: Connecting the Workforce to Work that explores the costs, benefits, and opportunities of vanpool in Nebraska.
	Variation in Funding and Spending Across Nebraska School Districts 10/07/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently met with the Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee to explore Variation in Funding and Spending Across Nebraska School Districts and present high-level data on fiscal and organizational policy options.
	The Power and Potential of an Aging Nebraska 10/07/2019 \| There are an estimated 8,000 Nebraskans age 60 years or older retiring each year. In 2019 Nebraskans age 75 years or older Nebraskans under 5 years of age. Learn more about the aging population in Nebraska from our latest infographic, The Power and Potential of an Aging Nebraska and the accompanying slide deck by our colleagues in the UNO Department of Gerontology.
	Why the 2020 Census Will Not Ask About Citizenship 09/30/2019 \| The 2020 Census will only ask questions about individuals' names, housing arrangements, sex, age, race, ethnicity, and relationship to the householder. Check out our infographic to find out why it will not ask about citizenship and why this important Supreme Court decision matters. The infographic is available in English and Spanish.
	Nebraska's Increasing Urbanization 09/19/2019 \| A look at Nebraska demographic data reveals that increasingly, Nebraskans are leaving rural parts of the state and moving to our urban centers. Josie Gatti Schafer, director of CPAR, did a presentation the dives deep into the data regarding Nebraska's Increasing Urbanization at the 2019 OpenSky's Fall Policy Symposium.
	Nebraska's Workforce 09/16/2019 \| Nebraska's workforce is an important conversation. Check out our infographic on Nebraska's Workforce. These numbers can help inform the conversation.
	Future home of data interactives from Governing magazine 9/15/2019 \| Governing.com has announced it will discontinue operations. Governing magazine has been a staple for research, insights, and data analysis on issues of interest to local and state governments for 32 years. We have partnered with the data editor of Governing to transition and update data interactives from Governing.com with a goal to assure the data stays available and relevant. Check back often at governing.unomaha.edu for updates.
	The Policy Environment for Nebraska 07/17/2019 \| Staff from CPAR recently met with the Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee to explore The Policy Environment for Nebraska and present high-level data on 5 policy topics deemed important or extremely important by over one-half of the state senators: population; aging; diversity and demographics; education; and workforce.
	Community Survey for Manhattan, Kansas 07/01/2019 \| We recently assisted the City of Manhattan, Kansas, with the data collection and analysis of their biennial community survey. Does your community or organization need assistance with a data project? Contact CPAR at unocpar@unomaha.edu or 402.554.2134 to learn more about how we can help.
	Quick Facts for Nebraska Legislative Districts 05/17/2019 \| Want to learn more about your legislative district? Want to see how it has changed over time? Then explore the data using our new interactive dashboard: Quick Facts for Nebraska Legislative Districts. Learn about population, poverty, education, labor force participation, insurance rates, housing and more from 2012 to the most current data from the American Community Survey.
	2018 Nebraska Voter Turnout 02/27/2019 \| Last fall, CPAR analyzed voter turnout data to provide a picture of who might show up to the polls for the 2018 midterm election. Now that the election is over, we share a picture of who actually did show up on our new 2018 Nebraska Voter Turnout infographic.
	Profile of Nebraskans with an Associate Degree 01/25/2019 \| Educational attainment is an important part of a conversation about Nebraska's workforce. Check out this Profile of Nebraskans with an Associate Degree. See where they are employed and how we rank among our peer states.
	Snapshot of Nebraska 12/04/2018 \| David Drozd presented a Snapshot of Nebraska at the Nebraska Economic Development Summit. The snapshot included data on trends; population and diversity; aging and workforce; and education and income. Chamber members and several state senators were in attendance. Governor Pete Ricketts and NU President Hank Bounds also spoke.
	Our Changing Landscape 11/30/2018 \| Over the past several decades in Nebraska, where and how people live has changed dramatically. In the Two Nebraskas: Our Changing Landscape infographic you can see that metropolitan Nebraska is younger, more diverse and more educated. However, some attributes of life in Nebraska transcend county boarders, such as the high rate of labor force participation and that most Nebraskans are Nebraskans for life.
	Legislative Planning Committee 11/25/2018 \| Since 2009, CPAR has provided data to the Planning Committee of the Nebraska Legislature. The Planning Committee serves to identify the trends, opportunities, and challenges that are shaping Nebraska, and provide their feedback on next steps to the legislature. In November, we presented data on the rainy day fund and on changing demographics of Nebraska.
	Changing Demographics of Nebraska 11/19/2018 \| As the lead agency for the Nebraska State Data Center, CPAR staff members are often called upon to provide demographic data about the state for various agencies, businesses and nonprofits. Check out our most recent presentation, Changing Demographics of Nebraska, written and presented by CPAR's new director, Josie Schafer, for the Coalition for a Stronger Nebraska's budget study group.
	Where does your legislative district rank? 02/04/2019 \| Have you ever wondered which Nebraska Legislative District has the highest unemployment or the lowest percentage of owner-occupied housing? You can find out easily by exploring our latest interactive dashboard, Selected Characteristics for Nebraska Legislative Districts, which ranks districts on 34 different characteristics for six different time periods. BTW, for 2017, District 11 has the highest unemployment and District 46 has the lowest percentage of owner-occupied housing.
	Voter Turnout in Nebraska 02/02/2019 \| In anticipation of the 2018 midterm election, CPAR analyzed voter turnout data to provide a picture of who might show up to the polls. The research showed young and middle-aged voters in Nebraska vote at lower levels than other age groups.
	Housing Affordability 10/01/2018 \| The Omaha-Council Bluffs metro ranks high in housing affordability according to a new analysis by CPAR. Of the top 10 metros, Omaha-Council Bluffs has both the highest estimated median home value and and the highest median household income. Learn more by reading the latest NEXUS on housing affordability.
	Douglas/Sarpy County 09/06/2018 \| Did you know the median family income in Douglas/Sarpy county is $76,600? Check out our latest infographic on Douglas/Sarpy County Families and Businesses for quick data on median family income, median age, unemployment, labor force participation, number of business establishment, and more.

#NebraskaByTheNumbers Archive

Nebraska Focused: Building Our Future

Reasons for Tightening Workforce, Shortages

Entrepreneurship in Nebraska

2021 Nebraska Youth Survey

Redistricting Data now on data.census.gov

Local Counts and Redistricting Data

Economic Conditions & Projections for Omaha-Council Bluffs

Consider This... | 2020 Census Results

The Impact Statement

Aksarben Foundation Data Book

Nebraska's workforce research featured in SPN

Nebraska's First Look at 2020 Census Data

CPAR Featured in OWH Article on Measuring Economic Impact

Number of Establishments by County and NBDC Region

CPAR Collaborates on Nebraska Community Opportunity Map

A Deeper Look at Brain Drain with David Drozd

Governing.unomaha.edu Features New and Updated Stories

Access the Experts: David Drozd

Population Data and Projections for the Norris School District

Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee 2020 Annual Report

COVID-19 and Its IMPACT on Aging Nebraskans

How to Use the Census Bureau's Subject Tables from the American Community Survey on data.census.gov Tutorial Video

CPAR Updates Visualizations

Data Show Unicameral Districts Likely to Need Adjustment During 2021 Redistricting

How to Find, Download, and Rank Data for the 100 Most Populated Metro Areas Using data.census.gov Tutorial Video

How to Create a Thematic Map on data.census.gov Tutorial Video

Vehicle Availability for U.S. Metro on governing.unomaha.edu

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the Criminal Justice System in Nebraska

COVID-19's Impact on Nebraska Rural Transit Service

Nebraska Youth Survey

Access the Experts: Josie Schafer

2020 Nebraska Data Users Conference

ROUND TWO | COVID-19 Impact on Nebraska Businesses: Nebraska Business Response Survey Report

Nebraska Economic Recovery Dashboard

Lancaster County Population Projections: 2010 to 2050

COVID-19 Impact on Nebraska Businesses: Nebraska Business Response Survey Report

Mobility Matters 2020 Quarter 1

Fiscal Stress in Local Governments and Nonprofits During COVID-19 Survey Results

Small Businesses in Nebraska

Aspects of Nebraska's Migration Including Brain Drain and Workforce Impacts

Speaking of Nebraska: 2020 Census

Characteristics of the Omaha Metro’s Black/African American Population

Speaking of Nebraska: Rural Transportation

Consider This: Census 2020

Middle-Income Housing in Nebraska

Two Nebraskas: Our Changing Landscape - UPDATED!

Cash Reserve Fund Decision Memo

Nebraska's Youth and Education Governance

Nebraska Diversity and Socio-Economic Differences by Race/Ethnicity

Nebraska's Workforce

Vanpool | Connecting the Workforce to Work

Variation in Funding and Spending Across Nebraska School Districts

The Power and Potential of an Aging Nebraska

Why the 2020 Census Will Not Ask About Citizenship

Nebraska's Increasing Urbanization

Nebraska's Workforce

Future home of data interactives from Governing magazine

The Policy Environment for Nebraska

Community Survey for Manhattan, Kansas

Quick Facts for Nebraska Legislative Districts

2018 Nebraska Voter Turnout

Profile of Nebraskans with an Associate Degree

Snapshot of Nebraska

Our Changing Landscape

Legislative Planning Committee

Changing Demographics of Nebraska

Where does your legislative district rank?

Voter Turnout in Nebraska

Housing Affordability

Douglas/Sarpy County