Funding for transportation is often uncertain and limited, necessitating a data-driven approach to project prioritization and understanding the economic implications of investment decisions.
At Cambridge Econometrics, we bring extensive experience and expertise to applying rigorous, data-driven methodologies for optimizing infrastructure investments. Our economic analysis toolkit supports strategic planning, corridor studies, and investment opportunities, ensuring projects foster long-term community growth and connectivity. We provide decision-makers with the analysis and insights needed to guide planning and make informed investments that enhance trade, accessibility, and economic vitality in the following areas:
Economic impact analysis and benefit-cost analysis
Transit-oriented development (TOD) market studies and planning
Freight, trade, and logistics
Multi-modal grant funding applications
Our Approach
Working with us means that you benefit from the direct involvement and experience of our dedicated team. Our senior experts are actively engaged in your project from start to finish ensuring that your specific needs are met with the highest level of professionalism and expertise.
We use customized data and models for each project, ensuring precise and relevant insights. Our proven methods estimate economic impacts, benefits, and costs, supporting informed decision-making and have a proven track record of apply our expertise to strategic plans, policy discussions, and discretionary grant applications. Our comprehensive approach ensures projects enhance long-term community growth and connectivity.
Discover more about our US and global impact models here.
Some challenging questions we can help you answer:
- What is the return on investment of (ROI) of transportation projects?
- What sectors will benefit most from improved digital connectivity?
- What is the scale and market for transit-orientated development in my area?

Featured work
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation: Economic Benefits of Complete Streets Investments in Massachusetts

Appalachian Regional Commission: Network Appalachia – Freight, Trade, and Economic Development

Raleigh S-Line Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) and Rail Corridor Planning

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