Urban Economics

Urban Economics, 9th Edition, by Arthur O'Sullivan, is published by McGraw-Hill Higher Education. The textbook provides a clear presentation of the economic forces that drive the development, spatial form, and growth or contraction of cities.

Coverage examines the economic factors behind metropolitan challenges, including issues such as traffic congestion. The text also introduces the economic dynamics of urban housing markets alongside the factors that shape local government tax and spending policies.

To aid students in examining real-world challenges, the volume applies economic analysis to evaluate public policies designed to address urban problems.