Financial Impact of Utah State University in the Cache Valley Region
Beyond the natural beauty of the Cache Valley region, economic benefits, created in part by Utah State University, also adds to the attraction of the mountain valley location. A strong economy enhances living standards and cultural opportunities.
An economic impact study* reveals major commercial benefits Utah State University brings to the economy in the Cache Valley Region.
20-25% of wages and salaries in Cache Valley are directly or indirectly attributable to USU.
About 25% of jobs in the valley are directly or indirectly attributable to USU
Nearly $800,000,000 of expenditures in the valley are directly or indirectly attributable to USU.
* A Utah State University economic impact study was completed in 1998. An update was done in 2001. Estimates for 2006 have been calculated by assuming 3% annual increases.
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