We eliminate guesswork for decision-makers by translating complex data sets into clear, actionable insights that quantify impact and identify emerging economic trends.
Equipping County Planners with Actionable Project Impact Data
Delivered a defensible, decision-ready fiscal and economic impact study and public engagement strategy for a $30B+ capital investment project in a rural community. Rationalized the investment thesis and performed rigorous economic modeling to quantify total employment impacts while delivering detailed fiscal strategies that project long-term tax revenue under various incentive scenarios.
Population: 70,000
Deliverables: Fiscal and Economic Impact Studies
Impact: Quantified tax revenue and job creation
Alpen Economics conducted a 50-state study (2018–2023) revealing that while competitive tax policy is a vital tool, innovation capacity is the primary determinant of business growth. The research found that innovation—driven by R&D, capital access, and talent—showed a significantly stronger correlation with business formation than a favorable tax climate. This "Innovation Effect" explains why states like Idaho and Utah lead the nation in expansion, while some low-tax states continue to lag.
Other Case Studies
Alpen moved beyond repetitive reporting by comparing regional data to best-in-class industry trends for a high-growth counyt. The Alpen workflow utilized advanced tools, including JobsEQ for labor modeling, CoStar for benchmarking, and R Programming for statistical analysis and visualization. A key differentiator was Alpen’s development of automated code to refresh labor and specialized sector profiles in future years. The turn-key product ensured that the county’s high-tech production profiles were precise, data-driven, and built for long-term scalability.
Alpen quantified labor requirements across a multi-billion dollar development project including lifecycle and long-term operational footprint. The methodology involved isolating non-recurring capital expenditures from sustained operational activity to provide a granular view of localized workforce demand. Analysis focused on direct, indirect, and induced jobs, supply chain transactions, and the secondary effects of household spending. The report was used in regulatory proceedings.