Unveiling the Economic Realities of AA and NHPI Communities

National CAPACD is pleased to share our latest report, Unveiling the Economic Realities of AA and NHPI Communities, developed in partnership with the Urban Institute. This report offers a deeper understanding of the economic well-being of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) communities through disaggregated data, metro-level analysis, and community insights.

Developed with input from a community-based advisory committee, the report fills a critical gap in the field by disaggregating data across multiple economic indicators for AA and NHPI communities separately and elevating the voices of local leaders. The findings reveal a complex economic reality, including poverty rates ranging from 11% to 34% by ethnic group, significant housing cost burdens in high-cost metro areas, and wide disparities in economic security within and across regions. These insights challenge conventional narratives and call for smarter, more inclusive policies and investments.