Discover Five Vibrant Communitiesthat Make Up Siouxland
The meeting point of three states, Siouxland is a diverse community comprising the greater area of Woodbury County and four towns in Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska. These unique communities offer visitors the full spectrum of outdoor adventures, world-class attractions, and a rich history rooted in Midwestern hospitality. From the bustle of Sioux City to sports in Sergeant Bluff to golf in Dakota Dunes, there’s always something new to do in Siouxland. Get exploring!
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IOWA TOURISM FACTS
39.8 Million
Travelers Visited Iowa In 2022.
Woodbury County accounted for 570,000 of those.
68,607 Jobs
Supported By Tourism Activity.
One Of Every 20 Jobs In The State Are Supported By Tour Activity.
One of every 20 jobs in the state is supported by Tourism activity.
$6.9 Billion
Total Visitor Spending – 13% Higher Than The Prior Year.
Total Economic Impact Of Tourism In Iowa $10.4 Billion.
Tourism activity generated nearly $1.1 Billion in in State and Local Taxes.
What Did They Spend Their Money On?
- Transportation – 26%
- Food & Beverage – 22%
- Lodging – 19%
- Retail – 16%
- Recreation and Entertainment – 16%
SOUTH DAKOTA TOURISM FACTS
14.7 Million
Visitors Traveled To And Whithin South Dakota.
The number of visitors to South Dakota increased 325,000 to 14.7 million travelers in 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic visitor totals for the first time.
57,800 Jobs
Supported By Tourism Activity.
$5 Billion
Direct Visitor Spending Was 21% Higher Than Pre-Pandemic Heights Reached In 2019.
GDP reached $3.5 billion, making up 5% of the state’s economy. Tourism activity generated $384 million in state and local tax revenue.
2022 Fast Facts
- 14.4 million visitors traveled to and within South Dakota.
- Visitor spending reached $4.7 billion, surpassing 2019 spending.
- GDP reached $3.35 billion, making up 5.1% of the state’s economy.
- Tourism activity generated $361 million in state and local tax revenue.
- Tourism activity generated 11% of all state sales tax collection
2021 Fast Facts
- 13.5 million visitors traveled to and within South Dakota.
- Visitor spending reached $4.4 billion.
- GDP reached $2.3 billion, making up 5.1% of the state’s economy.
- Tourism activity generated $344 million in state and local tax revenue.
- Tourism activity generated 11% of all state sales tax collections.
SIOUXLAND FACTS
1,909
Hotel Rooms In 24 Properties.
