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Research and Reports

Quality data to inform responsible policy

Timely data and analysis that drives the conversation in Portland

The Chamber regularly publishes data-driven research to identify barriers and highlight opportunities for economic growth in the Portland metro region. We also commission independent polling across the region to ascertain public sentiment and inform policy discussions.

Our Latest Reports

2023 State of Small Business

Small businesses are the heartbeat of main street Portland and Multnomah County. This report helps our region better understand some of the ongoing issues facing smaller employers and explore ways to foster growth in this vital segment of our economy.

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2023 State of the Economy

The Chamber's annual report card on the health of our regional economy. This year's edition includes a special focus on the state of our central city.

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Additional Reports

September 2023

2023 State of Small Business

Portland's small business owners dream big, take risks, and make our city a uniquely creative and inspiring place. In recent years, Portland has experienced a surge in small business activity, with thousands of new enterprises taking root.
2023 Impact Report from the Portland Business Alliance June 2023

Portland Business Alliance 2023 Annual Impact Report

An impact report from Portland Business Alliance's three affiliates: Portland Metro Chamber, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, and Partners in Diversity.
February 2023

2023 State of the Economy

If trends continue, the economic outlook, especially for the City of Portland, is as concerning as any time since the twin recessions of the 1980s.
February 2023

2023 Regional Tax Comparison

...activity. Of course, taxes come with corresponding services and if tax increases translate into services or outcomes that are valued by businesses (e.g., a well-trained workforce, well-managed transportation systems, etc.),...
February 2023

2023 State of Downtown & the Central City

The sharp increase in virtual meetings and hybrid work has disrupted the role of Downtowns across the U.S. The balance of this special report assesses the economic condition of the Central City as Portland enters 2023.
June 2022

Oregon: The State of Sport

Oregon is the global epicenter for the Athletic, Outdoor, Team, and Recreation ecosystem. We live where the world plays and we design, the world wears.
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