Relative High School Completion Rates in Appalachia, 2009–2013

This map shows the high school completion rate of persons ages 25 and over in each of the ARC counties, as a percentage of the U.S. average.

• Education

Standards of Living in Appalachia, 1960 — 2000

This report uses data from the 1960 to 2000 decennial census to measures the extent to which standards of living among Appalachian families have improved, and to examine housing and consumption trends…

• Community Infrastructure

• Research Report

• Socioeconomic Analysis

Entire Region

Appalachian Region FY 2022 Investments

• Fact Sheet

• ARC Investments

ARC Accepts Substance Abuse Advisory Council Recommendations for Strengthening Regional Recovery Ecosystems

ARC’s Substance Abuse Advisory Council (SAAC) presented a final Report of Recommendations outlining proposed steps for supporting a robust recovery ecosystem in Appalachia, including developing community playbooks, model workforce training programs, employer toolkits, and community navigation programs.

South Carolina

South Carolina FY 2023 Investments

• Fact Sheet

• ARC Investments

Susan Long

Relative Unemployment Rates in Appalachia, 2017

This map shows the unemployment rate in each of the ARC counties, as a percentage of the U.S. average.

• Unemployment

About

More Than $995,000 Awarded to 40 Appalachian Organizations via ARC’s READY Nonprofits Initiative  

Funding will help Appalachian nonprofits in 11 states build organizational capacity, enabling them to better serve their communities.   WASHINGTON, D.C., December 14, 2023—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) announced $995,339 in awards through READY Nonprofits, one of four tailored tracks under ARC’s capacity-building initiative,…

Kentucky

Kentucky Industrial Snapshot

• Infographic

• Industry and Economy

Appalachian Farmers Markets: Creating Resilience in Communities

Appalachian farmers markets have long created opportunities for local producers and businesses, while fostering community pride and connection at their tables. Participating producers gain experience in direct-to-consumer sales, which often helps them improve products and even scale operations to prepare for larger selling opportunities. Hosting communities and surrounding retailers economically…

Keith Witt

GIS Specialist.

Carter, Johnson, Tennessee

A.C.T.I.O.N. Coalition Inc.: Growing Achievable Pathways to Employment in Johnson County

Nestled in Northeast Tennessee, Johnson and Carter counties have strengths and challenges similar to many other Appalachian communities. Their location offers rich culture and easy access to outdoor adventures in “mountain and lake country.” However, the mountainous geography has also resulted in limited access to transportation, housing, and other critical…

• Health
• Substance Use Disorder
• Training and Opportunities

Virtual Event: Obsolete & Unsafe Low-Head Dams of Appalachia

October 26, 2022, 10:00 AM - October 26, 2022, 11:30 AM

The Pew Charitable Trusts and the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) are bringing together state regulators responsible for dam safety and removal, and economic development professionals for a workshop to discuss best practices from Pennsylvania’s nation-leading dam removal programs and to share ideas across participating states for how to remove…

• Community Infrastructure
• Tourism Development

• Webinar

• Basic Infrastructure
• Economic Development
• Tourism

High School Completion Rates in Appalachia, 2010–2014

This map shows the high school completion rate of persons ages 25 and over in each of the ARC counties.

• Education