Prosperous

A prosperous St. Louis region will promote economic growth that supports our local communities and equitably benefits all of the regions citizens. Prosperity capitalizes and builds upon our unique regional assets to create a resilient economy that is strong both nationally and globally.

Residents and regional leaders stress the importance of a strong economy for the sustainability of the region. Compared to other major metropolitan regions, St. Louis is in the middle of the pack with respect to many economic and social characteristics, including education levels, income growth, and poverty rates. The recent recession impacted St. Louis about as much as it did the nation as a whole, as measured by changes in employment levels and housing price. St. Louis, like many regions, is redefining its niche in the global marketplace after decades of losing manufacturing jobs and corporate headquarters.

St. Louis has unique assets, many of which are related to its geographic location. OneSTL partners will continue to work together to strengthen and support existing coordinated economic development efforts, increase the use of sustainable practices in government and businesses that protect our natural resources, focus on quality jobs and the local economy and reduce racial disparities in economic opportunities.