Celebrate National Travel + Tourism

Tourism supports 12,000 jobs and generates more than $1 billion dollars in Pierce County. Tourism means business: for existing companies and new development. You are a part of this important economic driver. 

PIERCE COUNTY TOURISM SPENDING AND HOTELS BOTH HIT RECORD HIGHS – AGAIN

Tourism Facts

Tourism is the fourth largest industry in the state of Washington.

In 2018:

  • Total direct visitor spending in Pierce County was $1.3 billion
  • Tourism generated more than 12,000 jobs in Pierce County

Source: Travel Impacts Study by Dean Runyan Associates

Learn more about tourism in Pierce County