12 Charts about N.C.’s Economy in 2016

Dec. 26, 2016

The economic challenges that face North Carolina families were front and center in 2016.

North Carolina wrestled with the disconnect between political rhetoric and everyday reality this election year, thanks to a recovery that failed to boost wages or provide enough jobs for many of our communities. Here are 12 charts that tell the story of North Carolina’s economy in 2016.

Remember: The Economy is Still Not Working for All North Carolina Communities

 

Resolve: Better Policy Choices and State Investment

Act: Good Policies Can Support Families, Communities and the Economy