This January 2018 report from the Port of Seattle examines the economic impact of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which handled an estimated 46.8 million passengers and roughly 425,860 metric tons of air cargo in 2017. The airport directly supported 19,100 on-site jobs and $5.6 billion in economic activity, while generating nearly $22.5 billion in total economic output and 151,400 jobs across Washington state when multiplier effects are included. The report also highlights the airport's role as a critical trade gateway, including the export of Washington-grown cherries to international markets.Open full document
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This January 2018 report by Community Attributes Inc. for the Port of Seattle analyzes the economic impacts of Sea-Tac International Airport on Washington state. It highlights the airport’s role as the 9th busiest in the U.S., supporting 19,100 direct jobs and $5.6 billion in direct economic activity in 2017. Overall, the airport supported $22.5 billion in economic activity and 151,400 jobs throughout Washington through direct and multiplier effects.