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Economic Impact

Powering the economy 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.

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The U.S. tire manufacturing industry's economic footprint 

U.S. tire manufacturing has an annual economic footprint of $170.6 billion and is responsible for more than 291,000 U.S. jobs in manufacturing, distribution and retailing. The industry supports more than 510,000 additional U.S. jobs in supplier and induced activities, totaling more than 801,000 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.

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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 62,031 manufacturing jobs and $4.96 billion in manufacturing-related wages. 
  • The industry supports another 183,715 supplier jobs and an additional $11.74 billion in wages. 

What is the impact of tire manufacturing across the United States?

The tire manufacturing industry generates $18.8 billion in overall tax revenue. 

What is the impact of tire manufacturers on local communities?

  • 57 manufacturing facilities located in 17 states.
  • The tire manufacturing industry generates $6.8 billion in state and local tax revenue. 
Tire Shipment Data

2024 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.

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Fact Book

FACTBOOK 2024

The 2024 Factbook covers activities during 2023 and was prepared by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) using actual and estimated 2023 tire shipment data supplied by manufacturers representing about 82 percent of the U.S. tire industry

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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.

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Environmental Impact

USTMA members demonstrate their commitment to environmental stewardship throughout a tire’s life cycle and seek out opportunities for continuous improvement.

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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.

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