PSRC is home to the federally designated economic development district for King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties. Our role in economic development planning includes the Regional Economic Strategy and related projects that implement the strategy. PSRC also offers a variety of economic data resources.
Resources
- Arts & Culture Economic Recovery Strategy - analysis of the pandemic on the arts and culture sector and strategies for economic recovery
- Commercial Space Sector Study - analysis of the space economy in Washington state, identifying the region's competitive strengths and actions needed to help grow the space sector
- Community Profiles Dashboard - data dashboard providing a snapshot of demographic, housing, employment, and transportation statistics for cities and towns in the Puget Sound region
- Industrial Lands Analysis - overview of industrial lands and employment in the region
- Regional Aviation Baseline Study - foundation for regional decision makers as they consider if the region should accommodate the growing demand for aviation
- Regional Economic Strategy - strategic blueprint for regional collaboration in King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties allowing local jurisdictions and eligible organizations to qualify for funding under U.S. Economic Development Administration programs
- VISION 2050 Planning Resources: Economic Development Element Guide (PDF) - helps jurisdictions understand their local economy, create a vision and goals, and structure policies that work toward those goals
- Workforce Recovery Planning - provides actionable regional labor market information on in-demand industries and occupations and related training programs