Static efficiency is often used as a benchmark to evaluate the performance of an economy. An economy that is operating at a point of static efficiency is said to be Pareto efficient.

There are two main types of static efficiency: productive efficiency and allocative efficiency. Productive efficiency occurs when a firm is producing at the lowest point on its average cost curve. Allocative efficiency occurs when a firm is producing the goods that consumers want at the lowest possible cost.

Static efficiency is important because it ensures that resources are being used in the most efficient way possible. This can lead to lower prices and higher quality goods and services for consumers.