economic impact

Alabama’s community colleges generate $8.1 billion for the state’s economy

The report also states Alabama’s community colleges support 114,043 jobs in Alabama.

February 13, 2025

New study sheds light on the commercial construction industry’s economic impact on Alabama

The report provides comprehensive insights into the industry's growth and its far-reaching effects on the state's economy.

September 12, 2024

Ivey: Port of Mobile had nearly $100 billion impact on Alabama economy

In addition to a statewide economic impact of $98.3 billion, the Port supports 351,359 jobs in Alabama.

Jacob Holmes

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February 2, 2024

U.S. casino gaming industry’s monumental impact of gaming on economy: New study revealed

71 percent of U.S. adults see the positive economic impact of the casino gaming industry.

October 10, 2023

Report: Defense industry provides 264,780 jobs across Alabama

The total economic impact of military personnel and defense contracts across Alabama amounts to $50.3 billion.

May 10, 2023

Alabama’s community colleges add $6.6 billion to state economy

The Alabama Community College System directly impacts 98,923 jobs in the state, representing about 2.7 percent of Alabama’s gross state product.

February 14, 2023

Ivey projects tourism to generate $24 billion in revenue by year’s end

The impact of the state's tourism industry has more than doubled in size over the past decade.

Jacob Holmes

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August 31, 2022

Alabama among five states with the highest per capita costs from gun violence

Gun violence costs the state about $15.4 billion in an average year.

July 21, 2022

Southern Research to invest nearly $20 million, add 50 jobs to Birmingham campus

Southern Research sold the company's Maryland facility and plans to invest more on its Birmingham campus.

Eddie Burkhalter

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October 5, 2021