Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN local economy

Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN ranks in the 68th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.

New business applications or registrations was 2,155 in January 2025, flat 0.6% from January 2024. Dwelling units authorized by permit was 155 in July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How does Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN rank among United States metros?

Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN ranks in the 68th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.

What is the new business applications or registrations in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN?

New business applications or registrations in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN was 2,155 in January 2025.

What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN?

Dwelling units authorized by permit in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN was 155 in July 2026.

What is the payrolled or covered employment in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN?

Payrolled or covered employment in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN was 101,551 in January 2026.

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Sources and methodology

• U.S. Census Bureau — Business Formation Statistics (BFS)
• U.S. Census Bureau — Building Permits Survey (BPS), CBSA monthly
• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), national all-industry

Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 100% of weighted components available.

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