Author: Cohen, Randy
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Media Type: Infographic
Summary:
The entire U.S. arts and culture sector (i.e., nonprofit, commercial, education) is a $764 billion industry. This represents 4.2 percent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)—a larger share of the economy than transportation, agriculture, or construction—according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Abstract:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, arts and cultural production contributed $764 billion to the nation’s economy in 2015. This represents 4.2 percent of the GDP—a larger share of the economy than transportation, tourism, or construction.
Arts & Intersections:
Categories: Economic Impact, Creative Industries, Creative Economies, Advocacy
ADDITIONAL BIBLIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
PUBLISHER INFORMATION
Name: Americans for the Arts
Website URL: https://www.americansforthearts.org