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Major transportation investments, from highway construction and rail expansion to transit systems and bridge replacements, generate substantial economic activity through construction spending, ongoing operations, and improved connectivity. An economic impact study quantifies these contributions, providing the data agencies need for grant applications, legislative testimony, ballot measures, and public communication.

We work with state departments of transportation, transit agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, and private operators on studies ranging from single-project construction impacts to system-wide operational analyses.

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Methodology

What We Measure

Construction Spending

Direct employment and output from design, engineering, site work, and construction activities.

Operational Impact

Ongoing jobs, maintenance spending, and agency procurement during system operations.

Connectivity Benefits

Travel time savings, reliability improvements, and their effects on business location decisions.

Supply Chain Effects

Materials procurement, equipment purchases, and professional services supporting the project.

Tax Revenue

Fiscal contributions from construction activity and improved economic conditions in served areas.

Safety & Quality of Life

Monetized benefits from reduced accidents, improved air quality, and enhanced accessibility.

Featured Study

Montana DOT Aviation

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Montana DOT Aviation

Statewide transportation infrastructure analysis covering 75 airports across every county in Montana.

75 Airports statewide system

Why Clients Choose Zenith

IMPLAN Certified
Two of roughly three dozen certified economists worldwide.
Independent
No financial interest in outcomes. Our findings withstand scrutiny.
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