GOSHEN – Visitor spending related to tourism in Orange County reached $1.1 billion in 2022, up 22 percent from 2021 and breaking pre-pandemic spending by six percent, according to a new report.
Orange County’s travel spending exceeded 2019 by $64 million.
Tourism generated $153.8 million in local and state taxes in 2022, resulting in a tax savings of $1,158 per household, according to the study, “Economic Impact of Visitors in New York 2022: Hudson Valley Focus.”
“This report affirms what we see every day – tourism is a major driver of economic development not only locally but for our state,” said County Executive Steven Neuhaus. “Orange County’s attractions draw visitors from nearby and around the world. That significantly drives out county’s economic growth and has helped us to lower county taxes to rates not seen since the 1960s. Tourism creates jobs and is a key part of our growing economy.”
Tourism and Film Director Amanda Dana said the county offers “widely renowned attractions and festivals, a lively craft beverage scene, new discoveries in every community, dining options for all tastes and charming lodging options.”
Dana noted among the county’s attractions are West Point, Storm King Art Center, Legoland, and Woodbury Common, as well as dining on the banks of Hudson River, rafting on the Delaware River, and hiking the Appalachian Trail.
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