West Virginia Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

West Virginia’s outdoor recreation economy generated $2.28B in value added in 2024, representing 2.1% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 21.9K jobs with $1.01B in total compensation. West Virginia ranked #45 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$2.28B

Percent of GDP

2.1%

Employment

21.9K

Compensation

$1.01B

Compare With Similar States

• Nebraska — $3.73B value added
• New Mexico — $3.62B value added
• Wyoming — $2.29B value added
• Vermont — $2.18B value added
• Rhode Island — $2.13B value added
• South Dakota — $2.08B value added