ECONOMIC & ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
2021
Colorful Colorado.
The Rocky Mountain Region is unparalleled for living, working, and experiencing adventure.
In 2019, Denver and Colorado Springs ranked second and third, respectively, as top “125 Best Places to Live in the United States” by U.S. News & World Report. Colorado’s history, attractive business environment, nature, and recreational options are what draws Coloradans to call it ‘home’ and attracts visitors who participate in the range of activities the state has to offer, including golf. Colorado golf drives positive economic and environmental impacts for the State.
Colorado golf provides fitness, recreation, and time spent outdoors while driving $1.29B of direct economic impact.
The Colorado Golf Economic & Environmental Impact Report shows the industry generated more than an estimated $2.0 billion (direct, indirect, and induced) to the wider Colorado economy, with more than 19,400 jobs supported by the golf industry, $696.5 million in wage income, and more than $166.5 million in state and local taxes.
Colorado golf courses contribute approximately 33,061 acres of green infrastructure for wildlife habitat and improved quality of life.
Colorado golf’s greenspace includes turfgrass and 11,855 acres of water, wetlands, and native rough which supports wildlife and pollinator habitats, cools the urban heat island, filters surface water runoff, and contributes to health and well-being.
“The Colorado golf industry is committed to contributing to the economic and environmental health of the state. Golf is enjoyed by approximately 487,300 golfers in Colorado - this is roughly equivalent to the entire population of Colorado Springs plus a sold-out Ball Arena.”
— Jim Hajek, Fossil Trace Golf Club Head PGA Professional, President of the Colorado PGA
Aligning the Colorado golf industry with SDGs to show local and global impacts.
The Colorado Golf Economic and Environmental Impact Report is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), or global goals, to help end poverty, protect the planet, and promote peace and prosperity.