Welcome to Dashboard Digest, the twice-monthly podcast that puts your community’s most important data in the driver’s seat. In each quick, insightful episode, we break down the numbers behind local trends—from growth and housing to jobs and traffic—so you can stay informed on the go. Whether you're commuting or catching up between meetings, Dashboard Digest gives you the metrics that matter, without the jargon. Tune in and take the pulse of your community.
Episode 1 | State of the Community Report (Housing)
In this episode of Dashboard Digest, we dive into housing trends shaping our region—how much it costs to live here, where we're growing, and who’s being left out. These insights come straight from the 2025 State of the Community Report, packed with the latest data on affordability, availability, and population shifts. Whether you're a policymaker, developer, or just trying to make sense of the market, this episode brings the numbers home.
The insights shared on Dashboard Digest come from the 2025 State of the Community Report, our region’s most comprehensive look at local data. Compiled by The Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro, this annual report highlights key trends in housing, jobs, education, transportation, and more—giving leaders and residents alike a clearer picture of where we stand. Each episode unpacks a slice of that data, helping you stay informed and engaged with the forces shaping our community.