Tennessee Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Tennessee’s outdoor recreation economy generated $15.58B in value added in 2024, representing 2.8% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 114.1K jobs with $6.21B in total compensation. Tennessee ranked #14 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$15.58B

Percent of GDP

2.8%

Employment

114.1K

Compensation

$6.21B

Compare With Similar States

• North Carolina — $17.77B value added
• Indiana — $17.12B value added
• New Jersey — $16.16B value added
• Arizona — $15.39B value added
• Michigan — $15.09B value added
• Massachusetts — $14.56B value added