economics
Economic impact of the U.S. pet industry
Impact
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$222 Billion
Total Economic Output
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$78.9 Billion
In Direct Economic Output
Jobs
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1.3 Million
U.S. Jobs
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$60.4 Billion
In Wages & Benefits
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Did You Know?
Pet Industry jobs are expected to grow by 11% through 2024. (Monster)
Taxes
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$22.7 Billion
In Taxes Paid Across Federal, State, and Local Levels
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Did You Know?
Spending on pets reached a record $103.6 Billion in 2020 – up 6.7% from 2019. (APPA)
Pet Spending
$32.3 Billion
Pet Food Manufacturing
$21 Billion
Veterinary Services
$14.5 Billion
Pet Products
$8 Billion
Pet Services
$2.1 Billion
Pet Sales
Featured Pet Statistic
65% of American Households Own A Pet
State Economic Impact
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