Disney World's Massive Economic Impact in Florida Revealed in New Study
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Walt Disney World generated over $40B in economic impact for Florida in 2022, supporting over 250K jobs according to a study by Oxford Economics.
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The resort spans 47 square miles in Central Florida with 4 theme parks, 2 waterparks, 25+ hotels, golf courses, and shopping/dining areas.
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Disney argues its special tax district allowed efficient investment of tens of billions into Florida over decades without burdening local taxpayers.
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The company asserts it's vital to public funding, generating $6.6B in taxes in 2022, equivalent to $379 per Florida household.
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Despite political feuding with Gov. DeSantis, Disney plans to invest another $17B in Florida over the next decade, potentially adding 13,000 more jobs.