This January 2018 report by 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 a total of $22.5 billion in economic activity 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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Washington state. The report highlights that Sea-Tac directly supported 19,100 jobs and $5.6 billion in economic activity in 2017, with total impacts reaching $22.5 billion and 151,400 jobs through multiplier effects. It also examines the airport’s role as a key asset for Washington businesses, including the cherry export industry.