Minnesota: Industry Data
Minnesota has 2,088 establishments and 33,999 employees across the 9 industries Data MVP covers. Here's each one, with pay, one-year job growth and Minnesota's national rank.
| Industry | Establishments | Employees | Avg. pay | 1-yr jobs | U.S. rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports Teams & Clubs | 164 | 2,901 | $384,559 | +1.3% | #18 |
| Sports & Event Promoters with Venues | 153 | 3,208 | $23,556 | -5.9% | #17 |
| Sports & Recreation Instruction | 324 | 4,445 | $20,923 | +3.6% | #15 |
| Fitness & Recreational Sports Centers | 804 | 13,225 | $22,151 | +8.1% | #18 |
| Sporting & Athletic Goods Makers | 67 | 2,310 | $77,677 | +7.0% | #5 |
| Cut & Sew Apparel Makers | 27 | 519 | $52,122 | +42.6% | #20 |
| Footwear Makers | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
| Sporting Goods Retailers | 549 | 7,391 | $34,858 | +0.3% | #12 |
| Commercial Screen Printers | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), 2025 annual averages, private ownership. Establishment counts are worksites, not companies. Pulled November 11, 2026. bls.gov/cew
Minnesota: FAQ
How big is the sports business industry in Minnesota?
Minnesota had 2,088 establishments and 33,999 employees across the 9 industries Data MVP covers in 2025 (BLS QCEW annual averages, private ownership).
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