Arizona Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Arizona’s outdoor recreation economy generated $15.39B in value added in 2024, representing 2.7% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 118.7K jobs with $7.55B in total compensation. Arizona ranked #15 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$15.39B

Percent of GDP

2.7%

Employment

118.7K

Compensation

$7.55B

Compare With Similar States

• Indiana — $17.12B value added
• New Jersey — $16.16B value added
• Tennessee — $15.58B value added
• Michigan — $15.09B value added
• Massachusetts — $14.56B value added
• Virginia — $14.41B value added