Choice, Place and Opportunity
An equity assessment of the Twin Cities region
In support of the Thrive MSP 2040 initiative, the equity assessment seeks to answer key questions related to opportunity within our region. Key questions include
What is opportunity? Access to jobs and good schools? To clean and safe neighborhoods? To social services, basic necessities and amenities?
How are opportunities distributed across the region? Can all residents, especially those who live in racially concentrated areas of poverty (RCAPs), access these opportunities equally regardless of their race and income?
How can we structure the region’s public investments to make sure all residents can access opportunities?
The data analysis phase identified the region’s RCAPs, examined what opportunity means for the region’s residents, and consulted with stakeholders and project partners to identify various indicators of opportunity. This information was used to categorize the region’s communities based on the opportunities they offer, and to create maps that display and communicate the results of this analysis.
See a map of the region's RCAPs with more information (pdf)
See a map of the region's Opportunity clusters with more information (pdf)