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Tourism

Knife River Indian Village visitors
Photo by Jason Lindsey
Tourism is North Dakota's second-largest industry, with an estimated $3.6 billion spent in 2005.  It is a vital part of our economy, not only because of this significant economic impact but because tourism delivers intangible benefits.  Tourism is a lead generator and image builder for the state.  By attracting visitors into North Dakota, tourism exposes new people to our state and helps showcase all of North Dakota's great qualities - our legendary people, attractions, business climate and quality of life.

The Leisure and Hospitality industry in North Dakota has grown since 1999.  Projected 2006 employment shows a 1.3% gain to 31,589 jobs with a total payroll exceeding $321,251,789.

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