Fairfax County Revenues and Returns Analysis
This study was commissioned by Fairfax County to examine the flow of funds between the County and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Economic Studies
Pertaining to economic conditions, changes, and data.
Michigan data center development trails other Great Lakes states
Michigan is behind its neighboring Great Lakes states in developing data centers, according to Cooper Center expert.
The Detroit News
Despite Democratic sweep, Virginia's next governor faces hurdles ahead
Federal cutbacks to the social safety net and a flagging Northern Virginia economy will be major challenges for Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger and the Virginia General Assembly in January.
WAMU American University Radio
Spanberger inherits a data center boom. What will she do about it?
Cooper Center experts help explain how Virginia’s energy grid is under pressure as data centers multiply.
Technical.ly
The Economic Impact of the University of Virginia
A study detailing the local, regional, and statewide economic impact of the University of Virginia.
Virginia's Economic Forecast, October 2025
A quarterly economic forecast for the Commonwealth of Virginia, created by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service.
Economic slowdown expected to hit central Virginia amidst government shutdown, economists say
Cooper Center leader Eric Scorsone shares how this government shutdown could affect Virginia.
NBC29
Virginia unemployment rate projected to rise in 2025, 2026
According to Cooper Center research, Virginia workers could be in even more trouble this year unless better policies are put in place.
Virginia Dogwood
High beef prices are good news for Virginia cattlemen
According to state data, cattle is Virginia’s second largest agriculture industry, raking in over a half-billion dollars a year.
WVTF/RadioIQ
Virginia's Economic Forecast, August 2025
A quarterly economic forecast for the Commonwealth of Virginia, created by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service.