Economic & Employment Contributions
The beer industry in the United States, comprised of brewers, importers, distributors, and retailers, is a dynamic and vital component of the economy, contribuing billiions of dollars in wages and taxes every year.
Across the country the beer industry employs approximately 1.9 million Americans providing them with $62 billion in wages and benefits. The industry provides over $41 billion in business, personal and consumption taxes.
Contributions to the New York State Economy
Employees 6,319
Wages $453,439,286
Economic Contribution $1,229,242,677
Taxes Generated: Business and Personal
Federal $1,131,846,971
State & Local $935,062,579
Total $2,066,909,550
Taxes Paid: Consumption Taxes
Federal $186,266,918
State Excise $36,216,797
Other State/Local $226,645,788
Total $449,129,503