Ducey is cheerleader-in-chief for the state economy. Is his enthusiasm justified?

Economists share a clearer picture of Arizona's economic strides, including Research Professor of Economics Lee McPheters, who is the director of the JPMorgan Chase Economic Outlook Center.

Gov. Doug Ducey has touted Arizona’s lead in wages, the state’s population increase, and the expected job growth. While his statements are right, there's more to them.

In this article published July 15, 2019, on The Arizona Republic:

Historically, wages in Arizona tend to be 5% to 10% lower than the national average.

– Lee McPheters, research professor of economics and director of the JPMorgan Chase Economic Outlook Center