Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Vermont’s outdoor recreation economy generated $2.18B in value added in 2024, representing 4.7% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 16.7K jobs with $888.0M in total compensation. Vermont ranked #46 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$2.18B

Percent of GDP

4.7%

Employment

16.7K

Compensation

$888.0M

Compare With Similar States

• New Mexico — $3.62B value added
• Wyoming — $2.29B value added
• West Virginia — $2.28B value added
• Rhode Island — $2.13B value added
• South Dakota — $2.08B value added
• North Dakota — $1.80B value added