Michigan Central Economic Impact Report

BJH is proud to have supported Michigan Central in quantifying the economic impact of its growing innovation ecosystem in Detroit and across Michigan.

BJH Advisors prepared Michigan Central’s inaugural Economic Impact Report, finding that its ongoing operations have supported approximately $5.2 billion in cumulative statewide economic impact, including nearly $3 billion in 2025 alone. The analysis also highlights the broader effects of Michigan Central’s investment, from job creation and startup growth to new investment and economic activity extending well beyond the campus.

We’re excited to see the findings featured by Crain’s Detroit Business, including perspective from our Principal, Maggie Haight, on the scale of Michigan Central’s connections to the broader Detroit-area economy.