- Over $1 billion in gross state product came from Tribal Gaming, according to conservative estimates in a 2011 economic impact study.**
- Since that time a new facility was built in Northern Arizona and despite the economic recession impacts employment numbers have remained steady.
- Tribal Casinos are among the largest employeers in Arizona.
- This is especially true in outlying counties and plays a vital role in attracting out-of-county visitors.
**Taylor Policy Group: The Economic Impact of Tribal Gaming in Arizona 2012