Travel and Tourism Impact Analysis

Statewide studies typically provide detailed county-by-county analysis, conducted annually, of the impacts of travel, recreation and tourism, including sales, payroll, employment and tax receipts. These projects also analyze room tax receipts and other economic aspects of travel and tourism.

• Arizona (2005)
• California (since 1985)
• Colorado (since 1997)
• Idaho (1997)
• North Dakota (1988 - 1995)
• Oregon (since 1987)
• Texas (since 1997)
• Washington (since 1991)
• West Virginia (2005)
• Wyoming (since 2000)

Regional and local studies focus on similar impacts as they relate to destination areas, recreation locations and marketing regions.

• Juneau, Alaska
• Lake Tahoe Region, California and Nevada
• Napa County, California
• Northern and Eastern Mojave, including Death Valley National Park, California
• Portland, Oregon
• Skagway, Alaska
• Sonoma Valley, California
• Sun Valley, Idaho
•   More

Facility and event studies analyze the economic impacts associated with specific facilities, organizations and/or events.

• Oregon Convention Center, Portland
• Portland Art Museum
• Portland Rose Festival
• Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, Washington
•   More

Some studies include both direct and indirect (multiplier) economic impacts.

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