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University of Arizona Graduates: What Do They Earn After College?

09-15-2026

How Much Do College Graduates Earn in Arizona, USA? Each year, the Arizona Board of Regents publishes a report on the in-state wages of graduates from Arizona’s public universities. The latest report, issued in March 2026, included wage data for...

Housing Affordability Issues in Southern Arizona: Recommendations based on Lessons from Peer Cities

10-15-2026

Strategies to Expand Housing Access for Low-and Middle-Income Households in Southern Arizona Executive Summary Housing affordability has become an increasingly pressing challenge in Southern Arizona, particularly in Tucson. Home prices and population growth have outpaced local income gains, making it...

Social Vulnerability in Disaster Preparedness

08-17-2026

Preparing Southern Arizona Healthcare Facilities and Communities for Disasters Executive Summary Social vulnerability encompasses the socioeconomic, demographic, and structural factors that influence a community’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. These factors include poverty, age, disability...

Mental Health and Well-Being in the Tucson MSA: How Does Our Region Compare?

06-08-2026

What Is Quality of Life Like in the Tucson, Arizona MSA? Quality of life is an important measure of overall health and well-being. It reflects how individuals perceive their physical, mental, and social health. This article examines two dimensions of...

Innovating Through Adversity: How Nonprofits Adapt and Build Resilience

03-31-2026

Southern Arizona Nonprofits Adapt to Funding Challenges Introduction Last fall, the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA) surveyed nonprofit organizations across the region to understand how government policy changes in 2025 impacted operations, funding, and service demand. This is the...

Understanding Health Through Life Expectancy

02-26-2026

How Does Health Vary Across the Lifespan in the Tucson, Arizona MSA Lifespan is a fundamental indicator of a community’s overall health and well-being. It reflects not only longevity, but also the conditions that shape one's life: access to care...

MAP Talk: Moving Tucson Forward - What the Data Tells Us

01-28-2026

Watch the Recorded MAP Talk: Moving Tucson Forward List of Speakers: Jamie Brown, Director of Strategic Planning, Policy, and Programming, Pima Association of Governments Melanie Lawson, Public Outreach Director, Pima Association of Governments Hyunsoo Noh, Ph.D., Data Science Administrator, Pima...

Southern Arizona's Nonprofits Under Strain: Funding Cuts and Rising Community Needs

01-12-2026

Measuring Nonprofit Capacity Amid Funding Uncertainty Recent changes in government policy have affected how nonprofit organizations are funded, how they operate, and the level of demand for their services. In response, the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA) surveyed local...

Tucson's Strengths and Weaknesses Over the Past Decade

12-29-2025

Explore the Tucson MSA's Progress Over the Past Decade This report measures the progress of Southern Arizona over the past decade. It highlights the region's strengths and identifies challenges. The MAP aims to measurably improve Southern Arizona through data-driven collective...

Measuring the Economy's Progress Over the Past Decade

11-30-2025

Measuring Progress and Inspiring Action in Tucson's Economy This report measures the progress of Southern Arizona's economy. It highlights the region's strengths and identifies areas that still require improvement. The MAP aims to measurably improve Southern Arizona through data-driven collective...