The Research Center
YOUR CENTRAL HUB FOR THE LATEST DATA
About The Data Hub
The Data Hub is a central destination for economic data and tools that bring the Chicago region's economic story to life. Our growing suite of resources includes interactive maps, dashboards, and trackers that provide an always-current view of Chicagoland's economy. These tools are built to help businesses, investors, policymakers, and community leaders understand and engage with one of the nation's most dynamic economies.
Chicagoland Economic Dashboard
Updated monthly, the Economic Dashboard is a snapshot of how the city and region are performing compared to peer metro areas.
Why Chicago Resources
Why Chicago Resources is your quick-reference guide of the numbers and facts that make the case for Chicago – labor force size, corporate relocation rankings, trade volume, talent output, and more. Updated regularly to reflect the latest data, it's built to give you accurate, memorable facts you can use in conversations, pitches, and presentations.
Maps
Explore the businesses, institutions, and resources driving Chicagoland's economy. This interactive asset map connects key employers, industry hubs, and workforce resources across the region all in one.
More Tools Coming Soon
World Business Chicago is expanding its economic data tool portfolio! Come back soon for more information on the following data hub tools - launching in late 2026:
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Insights into Chicagoland's global relationships and how the city and region perform across the world.
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Delve into data by neighborhood and municipality to uncover local trends, compare communities, and better understand the forces shaping Chicagoland's economic landscape.
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Understand Chicagoland’s existing talent base and future skills demand.