Beer Sales Boost the U.S. Economy

The Beer Institute is the national trade association for the brewing industry.

According to a recent economic impact study commissioned by the Beer Institute and the National Beer Wholesalers Association, the Beer industry contributes just under $224 Billion each year to the economy of the United States. This data includes the impact of brewers, beer importers, beer distributors, brewer suppliers and retailers.

“Brewers across the country, large and small, remain an integral part of their communities. Not only do they promote alcohol responsibility programs for local retailers, schools and families, this study shows they also create sustainable jobs and important tax revenues that contribute to our nation’s economy,” said Dave Peacock, president of Anheuser-Busch and chairman of the Beer Institute. “America’s brewing industry continues to play a significant role in supporting the economy in each and every state.”

The industry accounts for about 1.8 million jobs, paying out about $71.2 billion in wages and benefits, in America. These numbers include some of the industries that support the beer industry such as agriculture and manufacturing, and also about 900,000 jobs that the industry helps to foster in areas like retail, supermarkets, restaurants, bars and stadiums.