Ohio Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Ohio’s outdoor recreation economy generated $20.08B in value added in 2024, representing 2.2% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 153.6K jobs with $8.63B in total compensation. Ohio ranked #9 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$20.08B

Percent of GDP

2.2%

Employment

153.6K

Compensation

$8.63B

Compare With Similar States

• Washington — $23.52B value added
• Georgia — $20.70B value added
• Pennsylvania — $20.38B value added
• Colorado — $18.13B value added
• North Carolina — $17.77B value added
• Indiana — $17.12B value added