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Economic Impact
The U.S. tire manufacturing industry bolsters the U.S. economy with well-paying jobs and economic output that ripples across the economy and helps sustain communities.
The U.S. tire manufacturing industry's economic footprint
U.S. tire manufacturing has an annual economic footprint of $259.5 billion and is responsible for more than 329,527 U.S. jobs in manufacturing, distribution and retailing. The industry supports more than 606,477 additional U.S. jobs in supplier and induced activities, totaling more than 936,004 jobs nationwide. USTMA advances a sustainable tire manufacturing industry through thought leadership and a commitment to science‐based public policy advocacy. Our member company tires make mobility possible.
The map below provides detailed information about the economic contributions generated by the U.S. tire manufacturing industry. To see out how the industry creates jobs in your state or congressional district, click on the map or on the drop-down boxes below.
Our Economic Impact
What is the overall economic impact of USTMA members?
USTMA member facilities support the growth of the U.S. economy through jobs and wages, the discovery and development of innovative products, and the support of charitable initiatives in our communities.
- Tires manufactured by USTMA members safely transport millions of Americans and millions of tons of goods each day throughout the U.S. In 2023, our companies accounted for 82% of the 331.9 million passenger, light truck and truck tire shipments in the U.S.
- USTMA member companies generate over $27 billion in annual sales.
What are the yearly impacts on U.S. employment?
- The U.S. tire manufacturing industry represents 76,884 manufacturing jobs and $7.9 billion in manufacturing-related wages.
- The industry supports another 606,477 supplier jobs and induced activities with an additional $46.1 billion in wages.
What is the impact of tire manufacturing across the United States?
The tire manufacturing industry generates $35.09 billion in overall tax revenue.
What is the impact of tire manufacturers on local communities?
- 55 manufacturing facilities located in 16 states.
- The tire manufacturing industry generates $16.2 billion in state and local tax revenue.
2026 TIRE SHIPMENT OUTLOOK
The USTMA tire reporting program represents the primary and sole source of information prepared by and for the U.S. tire manufacturing industry.
FACTBOOK 2026
The 2026 Factbook covers activities during 2025 and was prepared by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) using actual and estimated 2025 tire shipment data supplied by manufacturers representing about 76 percent of the U.S. tire industry.
Our Sustainability Pillars
USTMA recognizes three essential pillars of sustainability: safety, environmental stewardship and economic impact.
Explore how USTMA members embrace sustainable mobility of the future, employ innovation and drive the U.S. economic engine.
Tire Care & Safety
Tire manufacturers are always in pursuit of excellence by inventing new ways to design and engineer tires. That's why tires today are much safer and better performing than the tires of just a couple decades ago.
Environmental Impact
USTMA members demonstrate their commitment to environmental stewardship throughout a tire’s life cycle and seek out opportunities for continuous improvement.
Economic Impact
The tire manufacturing industry brings jobs and investment to the U.S. economy and supports more than 250,000 U.S. jobs totaling almost $20 billion in wages across our supply chain.