The Economic Development Capacity Index (EDCI) was developed by Argonne National Laboratory, through support from the Economic Development Administration (EDA), to assist economic development stakeholders by characterizing local economic development capacity across the United States. The EDCI tracks capacity in 5 broad areas for every county in the United States, annually since 2023.
The EDCI is intended to support the analytical needs of multiple audiences. For communities, Economic Development Districts (EDDs), and other local or regional stakeholders, it provides a data-driven estimation of capacity, including relative strengths and potential areas for growth or maturation.
Economic Development creates the conditions for economic growth and improved quality of life by expanding the capacity of individuals, firms, and communities to maximize the use of their talents and skills, supporting innovation, lowering transaction costs, and enabling responsible production and trade of valuable goods and services.
Capacity is the interrelated set of institutions, resources, knowledge, skills, and networks that help determine a region's ability to implement economic development activities.
High: Capacity is well above the national average
Elevated: Capacity is above the national average
Moderate: Capacity is close the national average
Limited: Capacity is slightly below or approaching the national average
Low: Capacity is well below the national average
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Compare counties on all capacity areas in the EDCI Comparison Tool.
Run a report to view capacity areas in your county in the EDCI report page.