FIFA World Cup 2026 Economic Impact $929+ Million Projected

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Visit Seattle projects a minimum of $929 million will be generated for King County over the six FIFA World Cup matches set to take place at Seattle’s Lumen Field between June and July of 2026. This projection includes more than $100 million in direct state and local tax revenue and anticipates 20,762 full-time and part-time jobs will be supported.
Visit Seattle just released the FIFA World Cup 2026 Economic Impact Report. Read more about how this historic event is creating jobs, infrastructure and tourism opportunities for our city: LEARN MORE
December 10, 2024
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