Why does Manufacturing Matter?

Every state, from Maine to Hawaii, relies on manufacturers to fuel our economy and put people to work.

• Manufacturing supports 18.5 million jobs in the United States.
• Manufacturers contribute $2.17 trillion to our economy.
• On its own, manufacturing in the United States would be the 9th largest economy in the world.
• Manufacturers perform more than 75% of all private-sector R&D in the United States.
• The average manufacturing employee earns nearly $80,000 per year, or 24% more than workers in other industries.
• Most manufacturers are small businesses, with deep roots in their communities.

Still not convinced? Check out the following resources from our partner, The National Association of Manufacturers:

• Click here to see how manufacturing impacts your state.
• Click here to check out the Competing to Win report, a detailed roadmap for candidates, elected officials and manufacturing supporters alike.