Economic Growth
As New Haven’s largest employer and taxpayer, Yale helps drive the city’s economy.
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$6 Million
Yale is New Haven’s top payer of real estate taxes, contributing more than $6 million in property taxes annually.
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$135 Million
In November 2021, Yale made history with a six-year, $135 million commitment of voluntary payments to the City of New Haven.
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$7 Billion
According to the Connecticut Conference of Independent Colleges, Yale’s overall economic impact is nearly $7 billion annually.
Education and Opportunity
Yale invests in the future of New Haven students and educators.
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$5 Million
Each year, Yale provides $5 million in tuition support through New Haven Promise for 600–700 local students attending college in Connecticut.
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$10 Million
A $10 million Teaching Fellowship Program is preparing 100 new educators for jobs in New Haven Public Schools.
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2,000+
More than 2,000 local students participate annually in the Pathways programs and free summer camps.
Community Building
Yale supports a welcoming, safe, and vibrant city for our shared community.
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$36 Million
Yale’s Homebuyer Program has invested $36 million to help employees purchase over 1,400 homes in New Haven.
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6,000+
Yale is the city’s largest employer, with some 6,000 of its roughly 14,000 employees calling New Haven home.
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$500,000+
Each year, The Shops at Yale contributes over $500,000 to market downtown New Haven, supporting small businesses and attracting visitors.
