An Economic Profile of Our Evolving Megaregion

The Bay Area’s economy stretches far beyond the boundaries of the traditional Bay Area. For decades, Bay Area residents have moved inland in search of more affordable housing. Industries such as warehousing, distribution and manufacturing have followed, seeking lower-cost environments. With the Bay Area in the midst of one of its greatest long-term economic booms, how is this new normal reshaping the economic geography of Northern California?