Research
Supporting effective planning, programs and development
The Downtown Austin Alliance’s research team conducts primary research on downtown-related issues and also compiles and analyzes third-party research. Our website is a repository for data on economic development, real estate, mobility trends and more. This information and analysis enables members of our team and the downtown community to make data-driven decisions as we work together to shape our future.
State of Downtown
Our annual State of Downtown reports include key economic indicators for downtown Austin, such as economic markets, employment, value analysis, market conditions, parks, mobility, culture and the arts.
Learn More⟶Recovery Storefront Inventory
The Downtown Austin Alliance developed the Roadmap to Recovery, a list of short-term strategies and long-term goals, to address the pandemic's impact on downtown. As we monitor downtown's recovery, this report will reflect on past conditions as well as highlight the results of our most recent inventory of downtown storefront businesses.
Learn More⟶Real Estate Development
Explore our emerging projects interactive tool showcasing prominent projects in planning or under construction in and around downtown Austin.
Learn More⟶Value of U.S. Downtowns and Center Cities - Downtown Austin, TX
Across the United States, downtowns are the driving economic force for cities and regions. A report by The International Downtown Association analyzes more than 100 key data points to calculate the value of downtowns and center cities by measuring the benefits they provide to the whole community. The Downtown Alliance was one of the 24 participating organizations in this research effort.
Read Report⟶Downtown Austin Profile
Learn more about downtown Austin's profile, including its residents, workforce, connectivity, growth, talent and pedestrian activity.
Learn More⟶Research
Our team conducts primary research on downtown-related issues and compiles and analyzes third-party research to make data-driven decisions as we work together to shape our future.
Learn More⟶Real Estate Development
Explore our emerging projects interactive tool showcasing prominent projects in planning or under construction in and around downtown Austin.
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