Real Per Capita Personal Income: Metropolitan Portion for Arkansas

ARMPRPIPC • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

60,583.00

Year-over-Year Change

37.79%

Date Range

1/1/2008 - 1/1/2023

Summary

The Real Per Capita Personal Income: Metropolitan Portion for Arkansas measures the inflation-adjusted personal income per person in the state's metropolitan areas. This key economic indicator provides insights into the standard of living and purchasing power of Arkansans.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

This series tracks the real (inflation-adjusted) personal income per capita specifically for the metropolitan portions of Arkansas. It is a widely used gauge of economic well-being and can inform policy decisions around economic development, taxation, and social programs.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using personal income and population figures.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this metric to evaluate the economic conditions and trends in Arkansas's urban areas.

Key Facts

  • Arkansas's metropolitan real per capita personal income was $48,258 in 2021.
  • The metropolitan portion accounts for over 60% of Arkansas's total personal income.
  • Real per capita personal income in Arkansas's metro areas has grown by 17% since 2010.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric measures the real (inflation-adjusted) personal income per person living in the metropolitan areas of Arkansas.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This data provides insights into the standard of living and purchasing power of Arkansans residing in urban areas, which can inform economic policy and development decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis collects personal income and population data to calculate the real per capita personal income for Arkansas's metropolitan portions.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to evaluate the economic conditions and trends in Arkansas's urban areas, which can guide decisions around taxation, social programs, and economic development initiatives.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a lag of several months, and it may not capture rapid or localized changes in economic conditions within Arkansas's metropolitan areas.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Real Per Capita Personal Income: Metropolitan Portion for Arkansas (ARMPRPIPC), retrieved from FRED.