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An illustration depicting the BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport terminal with a just-departed aircraft in the background.BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport continues to drive Maryland’s economy and job market, contributing $11.5 billion in annual economic impact while sustaining a workforce of 116,767 positions linked to airport operations.

The airport’s contributions form a cornerstone for the region’s economic growth and stability. Looking ahead, we’re focusing on infrastructure projects to boost economic resilience.

Gateway to the Region

The economic impact of aviation is realized by everyone throughout the State of Maryland.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport's Economic Impact

We thrive together when the airport succeeds.

$11.5B

in annual economic impact to Maryland.

116,767

jobs created by airport operations.

Infographic detailing BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport's economic impact. $11.5 billion of total economic impact. 116,767 total jobs supported. $6.1 billion of total earnings. $842.2 million of state and local taxes. $496.7 million of state taxes. $345.5 million of local taxes.