Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

Wyoming’s outdoor recreation economy generated $2.29B in value added in 2024, representing 4.5% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 16.5K jobs with $900.1M in total compensation. Wyoming ranked #44 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$2.29B

Percent of GDP

4.5%

Employment

16.5K

Compensation

$900.1M

Compare With Similar States

• Alaska — $3.78B value added
• Nebraska — $3.73B value added
• New Mexico — $3.62B value added
• West Virginia — $2.28B value added
• Vermont — $2.18B value added
• Rhode Island — $2.13B value added