A thread through the archive

urban economics

Essays tagged “urban economics”. Follow an idea across the archive.

Essays on urban economics

2 essays

May 19, 2023ACX

Your Book Review: Cities And The Wealth Of Nations/The Question Of Separatism

The review explores Jane Jacobs' economic theories from two of her books, focusing on the importance of cities in economic development and challenging conventional wisdom on separatism and large political entities.

72 min read 11,134 words

May 10, 2023ACX

Highlights From The Comments On Housing Density And Prices

Scott Alexander responds to criticism of his post on housing density and prices, refining but largely maintaining his argument that increased density can raise local prices.

51 min read 7,868 words

debate density housing