Crested Butte

Crested Butte Colorado Economy

Economy

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The economy of Crested Butte, Colorado was first based on gold mining, which then changed to coal mining, and finally today, economy is based on tourism which centers around the skiing industry. The per capital income of the Crested Butte area is slightly above that of the average for the nation.

The economy of Crested Butte is driven primarily by tourism and the recreational pursuits such as fishing, rafting, and kayaking, flat-water boating and in the winter – skiing and snowboarding. The economy is strong and stable, and continues to grow due to the attractiveness of the area to investors and entrepreneurs alike. The majority of the citizenry of Crested Butte have the advantage of a higher education and life experiences that make them an asset to the community.

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