Alaska Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Alaska’s outdoor recreation economy generated $3.78B in value added in 2024, representing 5.3% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 24.5K jobs with $1.95B in total compensation. Alaska ranked #41 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$3.78B

Percent of GDP

5.3%

Employment

24.5K

Compensation

$1.95B

Compare With Similar States

• New Hampshire — $4.22B value added
• Maine — $3.93B value added
• Montana — $3.83B value added
• Nebraska — $3.73B value added
• New Mexico — $3.62B value added
• Wyoming — $2.29B value added