Recent Research
Recently Published
The most recent research published by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute
Utah’s Economically Disadvantaged Students and Higher Education
Many economically disadvantaged Utahns never enroll in higher education. Those that do are less likely to complete their degree or certificate than those who are not economically disadvantaged. Economic disadvantage is measured in a variety of ways but this report focuses primarily on an individual's family income from childhood, measured by eligibility for free or reduced-price lunch.
June 2022 Utah Consumer Sentiment
Utah’s consumer sentiment fell in June, according to the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute’s Survey of Utah Consumers. A similar survey by the University of Michigan found a larger decline in sentiment during June among Americans as a whole.
Accuracy Analysis of Long-Term Planning Projections for Utah and its Counties
With over half a century of population projections in Utah, this analysis highlights the difficulty of accurately identifying the future population based on current trends.
The Unprecedented Federal Fiscal Policy Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and its Impact on State Budgets
Massive fiscal stimulus supported the economy during the pandemic, but also contributed to goods shortages, inflation, and long-term debt.
Fact Sheet: U.S. Census Bureau Estimates for Cities and Housing Units, Vintage 2021
The Census Bureau’s most recent release on May 26, 2022, provides population estimates for incorporated places (cities and towns) and housing unit estimates at the state and county level for July 1, 2021. The city level estimates utilize locally submitted building permits to estimate the population. They are then controlled to the county estimate totals, which were published in March 2022.
Presentation: May Newsmaker Breakfast on 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Utah
The proposed 2030 Olympic Winter Games in Utah would make a significant economic impact, according to research from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.
2030 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Utah: Estimated Economic and Fiscal Impact
The proposed 2030 Olympic Winter Games in Utah would make a significant economic impact.
Economic Challenges and Opportunities in Utah’s Coal Country
The Gardner Institute’s 40-year population and employment planning projections illustrate how scheduled power plant closures and declining coal production is likely to affect the region. This report can help to plan for the coming decades as economic circumstances change for Carbon and Emery counties.
