Industry sales/ Fairs expenses

Another economic impact is caused by expenses that the fair paid, like entertainment, labor services, and insurance. The impact caused by the expenses of the fair is measured across industry sales, job creation and employment income. Iowa Fair expenses bring an economic impact of $243,131 in industry sales; an d creates 2.7 jobs with providing $65,271 toward employment income. Every dollar spent by the Iowa County Fair, $0.29 will be generated within Iowa County. With the money generated within Iowa County it will help small businesses and other locals within the community. This will help industries around the community and generate more money.

http://iowa.uwex.edu/files/2012/08/Iowa-County-Fair-Impact-Study.pdf