NOT JUST A GAME: THE IMPACT OF SPORTS ON U.S. ECONOMY

Sports play a large role in the U.S. economy – larger than many would think. This article examines the total impact sports have in the U.S., and describes the various industries, markets, and occupations which are affected due to sports. The sports industry accounts for roughly $14.3 billion in direct earnings each year, with an average salary of $39,000 per job (of around 456,000 jobs).

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