William Alonso

William Alonso was an influential economist known for his work on urban land use and housing. He developed the Alonso Model, which explains how cities grow and organize themselves. The model shows that land closer to the city center tends to be more expensive and densely developed, while farther areas are less costly and more spread out. This pattern results from people balancing the desire for affordable land with access to city amenities. Alonso’s work helps urban planners understand city development, property values, and how to design cities efficiently.