A new statewide analysis shows that Oregon's golf industry generated a $2.4 billion total economic impact in 2024, supporting more than 18,000 jobs and contributing $252 million in state and local tax revenue, according to the Oregon Golf Economic Impact Report, conducted by Buffalo Groupe.
The report indicates a 52% surge in direct economic activity, which, when adjusted for inflation, drove the compound annual growth rate up 4.8% per year since the prior study conducted in 2019. This expansion is primarily attributable to tourism, real estate, and capital investments. Golf's impact now significantly transcends the golf course, stimulating small businesses, elevating property values, and bolstering Oregon's outdoor recreation economy.