The numbers tell a powerful story. Cincinnati Works’ 2022-2025 Economic Impact Report, produced by the Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Center for Research and Data, looks beyond individual job placements to measure what those placements mean for the regional economy.
The report’s central finding is clear: investing in people is an investment in Greater Cincinnati’s economic growth.
The Economic Ripple of Employment
The analysis examined 602 unique Cincinnati Works Members placed into jobs from 2022 through 2025. Their employment generated an estimated:
- $136.3 million in economic output
- $96.6 million in regional earnings
- 1,319 jobs created or supported
- $10.9 million in local, state and federal tax revenue
Those results reflect the ripple effect of wages earned and spent locally. A job supports a household, but the economic activity created by that job can also support businesses, additional employment and public revenue throughout the region.
What the Report Tells Us to Do Next
The report points to a broader opportunity for Cincinnati: treat workforce participation as a core economic strategy. That means connecting more people to meaningful work, aligning talent with industries that need workers and creating systems that help people remain economically engaged.
The future of Cincinnati will depend in part on whether employers, schools, workforce organizations and community partners can work together to expand access to opportunity.
A Measure of Impact and a Call to Action
For Cincinnati Works, the report is both a measure of progress and a guide for the future. Thirty years after the organization was founded, the data confirms that helping people enter the workforce creates value far beyond a single paycheck.
When people have the opportunity to work and contribute, the entire region can become stronger.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much economic impact did Cincinnati Works generate?
The report estimates $136.3 million in regional economic output from the analyzed Member job placements between 2022 and 2025.
Who produced the Economic Impact Report?
The report was commissioned by Cincinnati Works and produced by the Center for Research and Data at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber.
Why does employment create broader economic impact?
Workers spend earnings on housing, transportation, food, childcare and other needs, creating additional economic activity throughout the region.