Economic Impact Summary This summary encapsulates the key findings and conclusions derived from the comprehensive study titled “The Nationwide Impacts of Indian Gaming,” conducted by Dupris Consulting Group, LLC on behalf of the Indian Gaming Association (IGA) in 2023.
DIRECT AND MULTIPLIER IMPACT
• Wages paid to industry employees reached $8,413,295,485. Additionally, the spending of disposable incomes by Indian Gaming workers, casino operations’ purchases, capital expansion projects, and transfer payment spending to Tribal governments generated an extra $27,516,933,214 in wages. • In summary, Indian Gaming contributed $35,930,228,698 in direct and indirect wages across Indian Country, the states where their casinos are located, and the broader United States. FISCAL IMPACTS • The Indian Gaming Industry significantly bolstered the fiscal positions of State and Federal Governments. When considering taxes paid and payments reduced, the industry positively impacted governments by $18,999,065,081.
• In 2023, the Indian Gaming Industry exhibited substantial economic activity, contributing to an overall economic output of $101,758,395,043. • Directly, the industry transferred $20,815,882,872 to Tribal owners for governmental programs and investments, thereby addressing gaps in federal funding for Indian programs. This spending, primarily comprising wages and employee benefits, largely circulates within the region. • Tribal Gaming Operations and Ancillary Facilities supported 272,610 ongoing jobs in 2023, with 75% occupied by non- tribal citizens. • Indian gaming activities do not take place in one company, but in 516 casino businesses. However, as a single category of enterprise, it would rank 20th among the top employers in the United States. EMPLOYMENT AND WAGES • The total employment gains stemming from Indian Gaming Industry’s economic activities amounted to 670,106 jobs, with 40.7% representing direct employment and 59.3% indirect employment.
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