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Rail Supply Industry Economic Impact Summary

• The rail supply industry supports the US economy by supplying goods and services for railroad transportation, including rolling stock, maintenance equipment, and signaling systems.

• In 2020, the industry directly employed 240,000 workers and generated $27.7 billion in GDP. Its total economic impact, including direct, indirect, and induced effects, was $75.8 billion, supporting 682,426 jobs and generating $15.5 billion in taxes.

• Key economic multipliers: GDP multiplier 2.7 and jobs multiplier 2.9, higher than many US industries. Average employee compensation was $91,263, 34% above the national average.

• State-level impacts are concentrated in Texas ($9.0 billion), California ($6.2 billion), and Illinois ($5.7 billion), accounting for 40% of the national impact. The industry operates nationwide.

• COVID-19 negatively impacted the industry in 2020-2021 due to reduced freight demand, but forecasts predict a rebound, with railcar deliveries expected to rise to 40,000+ by 2023.

• The industry is vital for efficient rail operations, particularly in freight transportation, and continues to deliver economic and social benefits.