The Most Arts-Vibrant Communities of 2025: County and State Rankings
Jackson, WY-ID, claims the title of #1 most arts-vibrant community in the nation, with particular strengths in federal arts grants and funding. Meanwhile, New York leads as the top-ranked state and boasts 9 communities in the top 100—more than any other state.
In-Depth Research Across Four Focus Areas
Our work spans four key focus areas. Each represents a critical dimension of understanding the arts ecosystem from who engages with the arts and where creativity thrives, to workforce dynamics, philanthropic impact, and trends across the nonprofit arts sector. Explore research designed to equip arts leaders with actionable insights for strategy and advocacy.
Arts Vibrancy
Discover how
cultural activity, public investment, and participation strengthen creative ecosystems
nationwide.
Creative Workforce
Research on
employment, demographics, wages, and inclusion across the arts and culture workforce.
Grantmaking
Evaluations
Data‑driven assessments that help funders understand the
reach, equity, and impact of their investments.
Sector Trends
Analysis of
financial and operational trends that reveal the sector’s challenges, opportunities, and
long‑term health.
Our Partners & Clients
Our research and data collection is made possible through the generous support of philanthropic institutions committed to advancing the arts and culture sector.
We also partner with organizations whose strategies shape the field to produce research with broad and lasting impact.
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