In the 2nd quarter of 2016, Missouri ranked 28th among the states for income growth. Looking at the state’s performance since 2010, Missouri ranks 39th. This disappointing performance is a cause for concern.
Michael Austin was a Policy Analyst at the Show-Me Institute specializing in state and local budgets, taxes, and economic growth. Michael graduated with a BBA in business management and economics from Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, and holds an MA with honors in economics from the University of Kansas.
