Welcome to the Bay Area Equity Atlas, a comprehensive data support system to track the state of equity across the region and inform solutions for inclusive prosperity.
Our Work
The Latest
During the 2010s, data indicated that the Bay Area’s Black population was declining as other communities of color grew. However, these figures only accounted for those who identify solely as Black. Our latest analysis reveals a more nuanced picture: when accounting for Black residents who also identify with another race or ethnicity, the region’s Black population actually grew by more than 30,000 during the past decade.
Support for Equity Campaigns
Testifying in support of just cause eviction protections before city council. Talking with your neighbors about the need for transit investment. Building a coalition to address the jobs-housing imbalance in the region. Community leaders from San Jose to Concord are using Bay Area Equity Atlas data to power their campaigns.
In Their Own Words...
“ When I first started my business, I didn't know there were so many resources available. When I became an advisor, I learned about all the resources everywhere. . . . Now, I want to make sure that all the other people who have businesses or are starting a business know.”
Helen Masamori has owned and managed an insurance business for nearly a decade. Despite initial challenges, she connected with the local Small Business Development Center, which led her to become a business advisor and co-president of the Alum Rock Business Association. Helen is driven by her passion for helping others, both through her company and her community role. She strives to provide access to business development resources, addressing the lack of initial capital investments for local entrepreneurs and the impact of San José’s high cost of living on business owners and their employees. Learn more.
Photo: Felix Uribe
