Atlanta’s nightlife scene creates nearly $5.1 billion of annual revenue, supporting at least 41,000 jobs and totaling an economic impact of nearly $8.5 billion annually, according to the City of Atlanta’s nightlife impact report.
In the $5.1 billion of annual revenue, dining establishments saw sales of around $3.35 billion; bars, clubs and lounges saw around $278 million and performing arts venues, production and promoters saw $1.44 billion.
The report estimates that $2.6 billion in supply chain purchases and $770 million in spending by nightlife employees have contributed to the indirect economic effects of Atlanta’s nightlife.
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