Kentucky Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Kentucky’s outdoor recreation economy generated $6.36B in value added in 2024, representing 2.2% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 56.4K jobs with $2.84B in total compensation. Kentucky ranked #30 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$6.36B

Percent of GDP

2.2%

Employment

56.4K

Compensation

$2.84B

Compare With Similar States

• Nevada — $8.42B value added
• Alabama — $7.31B value added
• Hawaii — $7.19B value added
• Oklahoma — $6.10B value added
• Connecticut — $6.02B value added
• Iowa — $5.87B value added