The Philadelphia research and policy initiative's annual “State of the City” report highlights the essential facts about Philadelphia’s residents and neighborhoods, along with indicators of the city’s condition. From demographic trends, income, housing, and the economy to public safety, arts and culture, education, and government, the “State of the City” is a data dashboard for all who care about Philadelphia’s future.
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April 17, 2024A Year of Transition for Philadelphia
With a new slate of policymakers, including a recently inaugurated mayor and City Council president, Philadelphia is in a unique position to apply fresh ideas and new approaches to address many of the...
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April 11, 2024Philadelphia 2024
In many ways, 2024 is a year of significant transition for Philadelphia. In this year of transition, the challenge is clear for Philadelphia and its new leaders: They must nurture and strengthen the...
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December 13, 202310 Ways Philadelphia Has Changed in 75 Years
In 1948, The Pew Charitable Trusts—then known as The Pew Memorial Foundation—was established in Philadelphia to help solve some of the era’s most pressing challenges. Since then, the city and its...