National Economic Impact Study of the US Horse Industry
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Help us measure the economic impact of the equine industry!
The horse industry touches every corner of American life. Yet, the last time we measured its full economic footprint, the world looked very different. Workforce shortages, trade pressures, and an ever-changing national economy have altered the landscape. We need data to tell the story.
The results will provide credible, independent data that can be used to:
- Demonstrate the economic value of the equine industry
- Support future growth and investment
- Strengthen advocacy and community partnerships
- Inform policymakers and business leaders
- Attract new participants, visitors, businesses, and investment
- Tell our story with facts and measurable results
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- Platinum Sponsor [$25,000]
- Gold [$15,000]
- Silver [$10,000]
- Bronze [$5,000]
- Benefactor [$2,500]
- Patron [$1,000]
- Supporter [$500-$100]
We Need Your Support!
We are seeking sponsors and partners to help make this important study possible.
Your sponsorship will directly support the research, data collection, analysis, and reporting needed to produce a comprehensive picture of the horse industry’s economic impact.
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2023 ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY
$177 BILLION
Added to the Economy
2.2 MILLION JOBS
Total Economic Impact
$122 BILLION
Salaries, Wages, & Benefits
6.65 MILLION
Horses in the United States
2 MILLION
Industry Volunteers
12.5 MILLION
Acres of land owned or
leased for horse related purposes
62%
Of horse owners own or lease property
TOP THREE STATES
#1
#2
#3
2023 ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE HORSE INDUSTRY SECTORS
RACING
Total Impact: $36.4 Billion
Supports 491,232 total jobs
Adds $16 billion in direct value to the economy
RECREATION
Total Impact: $36.7 Billion
Supports 466,969 total jobs
Adds $14.5 billion in direct value to the economy
COMPETITION
Total Impact: $37.3 Billion
Supports 486,820 total jobs
Adds $15.6 billion in direct value to the economy
TRADITIONAL WORK HORSES
Total Impact: $6.4 Billion
Supports 86,223 total jobs
Adds $2.6 billion in direct value to the economy
EQUINE ASSISTED
SERVICES
Total Impact: $1,551 MM
Supports 14,971 total jobs
Adds $810 MM direct value to the economy
EQUINE RESCUES &
SANCTUARIES
Total Impact: $325 MILLION
Supports 4,681 total jobs
Adds $139 Million in direct value to the economy