An Economic Force

$806.9M

in total statewide economic impact

Estimated total output of the 2026 Cactus League season across Arizona.

What a spring generates

• 
  $495.8M added to Arizona's GDP

  The season's direct contribution to the state's gross domestic product.

• 
  5,500 jobs supported year-round

  Paying $297.2M in wages across the Valley.

• 
  $43.9M generated in taxes

  Plus $1.1M in rental-car surcharges.

  • State of Arizona$22.2M
  • Local municipalities$16.2M
  • Maricopa County$4.4M

Who fills the stands

• 
  6 in 10 fans travel in from out of state
• 
  2 of 3 call spring training their sole or primary reason for visiting Arizona
• 
  20% go on to explore another part of the state
• 
  $385.71 spent a day by the typical visitor — who takes in 3 games over 4 nights

Source: 2026 economic impact study, Arizona State University W. P. Carey School of Business. Figures are preliminary pending the season’s full report.