Palak Suri

I am an Assistant Professor of Economics at West Virginia University. I received my Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Maryland in 2022.

I am an applied microeconomist working on policy-relevant topics in urban, labor, and development economics. My research focuses on how location, infrastructure, and labor market institutions shape economic opportunities and spatial inequality.

My work examines the economic benefits of public transit, including its effects on commuting, residential location choices, property values, and air quality. I also study women's labor market outcomes, including employment decisions, location preferences, and barriers to economic opportunity.

Palak is pronounced as Puh-luck. My pronouns are she/her.