Economy

Oklahoma becoming a magnet for millennials

A new study found that Oklahoma is a hotspot for out-of-state residents looking for a fresh start, especially millennials.

By Kelly Dexter

Economy / October 23, 2023

Chamber study reveals $1.2 billion annual cost of Oklahoma's childcare crisis

Results from a study released by the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber shed new light on Oklahoma City’s childcare crisis. The issue, which many cities across the country are facing, is negatively affecting businesses, families and the local economy.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / October 18, 2023

Newcastle tops list of fastest-growing cities in the OKC region

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of Newcastle is the fastest-growing city in the Oklahoma City region over the last two years.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / October 13, 2023

Equine product leader announces relocation to OKC

Professional’s Choice, a leader in equine sports medicine products, has announced the relocation of its corporate headquarters from Southern California to Oklahoma City.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / September 14, 2023

OKC continues to see strong employment trends

For the month of July, Oklahoma City had an unemployment rate of just 2.8%. This represented the 8th-lowest unemployment rate in the U.S. for metros with more than one million people.

By Marcus Elwell

Economy / September 11, 2023

Oklahoma City's film scene takes center stage with lucrative rebates

Oklahoma City’s film industry is booming, thanks in large part to a film incentive program the city created last year to help lure filmmakers to Oklahoma City. City officials say the local film industry is "going to the next level" because of the incentive program.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / September 8, 2023

Diverse sports generate $92 million economic impact

According to a recent study by Tourism Economics, Oklahoma City experienced a staggering $4.3 billion economic impact from tourism in 2022. Those figures included expenditures made by visitors attending various sporting events around the city.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / September 5, 2023

Oklahoma City's August sales and use tax report shows strong revenue growth

Oklahoma City's fiscal year 2024 is off to an impressive start, as revealed by the August sales and use tax report. The report, which combines collections from the last half of June and estimated collections from the first half of July, offers a promising outlook for the city's financial health.

By Kelly Dexter