Annual Report FY26

ECONOMIC IMPACT OF 2.6 MILLION VISITORS $3 BILLION in economic impact to Greater Portland & Casco Bay’s economy 2.3% from 2024 $1.8 BILLION on accommodations, transportation, saved local households in state and local taxes* $2,107 WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR RESIDENTS? groceries, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and other expenses 2.5% from 2024

*The household tax savings is calculated by dividing the total State & Local tax paid by visitors by the number of households in the Greater Portland & Casco Bay Region. This tax includes Direct Impact (visitor spending in local industries), Indirect Effects (business-to-business purchases), and Induced Effects (household spending from income, excluding taxes, savings, and commuters).

Data Source: Greater Portland & Casco Bay 2025 Economic Impact & Visitor Tracking Report — Maine Office of Tourism and Downs & St. Germain Research

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