Clicking on a legend item will show/hide corresponding data series.
1.4.1 Total Number of Arts-Related Businesses and Rate per 1,000 Businesses
Why is this important?
A growing number of arts-related businesses also provide opportunities for individuals to learn about and participate in a rich array of arts and culture activities. They are essential in supplying local organizations with related products and services. Consequently, their number reflects, in part, the strength of the arts sector in a regional economy.
Arts-related businesses include: art galleries, camera & photographic supply stores; book stores; performing arts companies; performing arts promoters; independent artists; writers & performers; musical instrument stores; compact disc & record stores; and museums.
This indicator measures the number of art-related businesses per 1,000 total establishments in Walla Walla County. It is offered as a total number of arts-related businesses in the county as well as the rate per 1,000 total businesses. Washington State is offered as a benchmark. Additional information can be found in the “Download Data” section.
Where are we?
During 2024, the total number of arts-related businesses in Walla Walla County was 17, increasing from 12, or by 41.7% since 2000.
By comparison during 2024, the number of arts-related businesses per 1,000 establishments in:
- Walla Walla County was 9.9, increasing from 6.5 in 2000.
- Washington State was 5.2, slightly decreasing from 5.4 in 2000.
- United States was 7.4, increasing from 6.8 in 2000.
Data Sources
BLS QCEW Data Files
For employment in each type of business: Download the appropriate year’s ZIP file under"CSVs by Industry." When you open the ZIP folder, search for appropriate NAICS code and open that spreadsheet. Use filtering on Location (Column I) to find Walla Walla County or Washington – Statewide. Annual average establishments count is found in Column N.
For total employment: Search the ZIP folder for “Total, All Industries.” Use filtering on Location (Column I) to find Walla Walla County or Washington – Statewide. Average annual employment is found in Column O. Make sure to select “private employment.”
NAICS Codes:
Musical Instrument and Supply Stores: 45914 |
Bookstores: 4592 |
Art Dealers: 459920 |
Performing Arts Companies: 7111 |
Performing Arts Promoters: 7113 |
Independent Artists Writers and Performers: 7115 |
Museums : 71211 |