Iowa Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Iowa’s outdoor recreation economy generated $5.87B in value added in 2024, representing 2.2% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 47.8K jobs with $2.50B in total compensation. Iowa ranked #33 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$5.87B

Percent of GDP

2.2%

Employment

47.8K

Compensation

$2.50B

Compare With Similar States

• Kentucky — $6.36B value added
• Oklahoma — $6.10B value added
• Connecticut — $6.02B value added
• Kansas — $5.12B value added
• Arkansas — $4.96B value added
• Idaho — $4.51B value added