Digits also tell the story

The Capital Region is riding a wave of momentum driven by industrial investment, logistics strength and sustained job growth. More than $21 billion in pending projects, 21,600 new jobs projected by 2027 and one of the nation’s most productive manufacturing workforces underscore its economic muscle. At the same time, affordability remains a competitive advantage, with a cost of living below the national average.

This story is part of Business Report’s Capital Assets edition. Get the entire 2026 Capital Assets edition.