There's an energy that's building. Grand Rapids is on the rise in more ways than one - growing and leading in many economic categories.
We have vibrant neighborhoods, an increasing roster of world class attractions, and are located just minutes from one of the greatest natural resources in the world. Here are just a few of Grand Rapids’ accomplishments that are turning heads across the country.
- #9 Fastest Growing Economy in the US, Brookings Institute, 2015
- #69 Fastest Growing Economy in the World, Brookings Institute, 2014
- Top 10 US Travel Destination, Lonely Planet, 2014
- No. 7 overall “Happiest Cities to Work In” Forbes, 2013
- Top 10 Mid-size City for Jobs, Forbes, 2013
- #1 Place To Raise A Family, Forbes 2012
For more information about the greater Grand Rapids area, please visit:
The Right Place: Advancing the West Michigan Economy
www.rightplace.org
Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc.
www.downtowngr.org
Experience Grand Rapids
www.experiencegr.com
