Arizona’s military installations are an important part of Arizona’s economy, with billions of dollars from the Department of Defense infused into the economy every year. The state benefits from the military’s private company contracts, employment opportunities and supply chain support.
Aerospace & Defense
POWERING THE ECONOMY
Aerospace & defense companies thrive in Arizona, significantly impacting the state’s economy. From major industry leaders to the small mid-size suppliers they support, Arizona’s A&D companies fuel future growth.
62,454
Direct Jobs
$29.5B
Economic Impact
$5.9B
Annual Exports
MILITARY IMPACT
Military base annual economic impacts
$15.5+ Billion total economic impact
$4.30 Billion
Fort
Huachuca
Huachuca
$2.53 Billion
Davis-Monthan
Air Force Base
Air Force Base
$3.88 Billion
Luke Air
Force Base
Force Base
$1.14 Billion
U.S. Army
Yuma
Proving Ground
Yuma
Proving Ground
$1.05 Billion
Marine Corps
Air Station in
Yuma
Air Station in
Yuma
$274.9 Million
Silver Bell
Army Heliport
Army Heliport
Maguire Company, 2022
Defense funding
With its military installations, exceptional aerospace and engineering programs at public universities and optimal conditions for flying and testing, Arizona is globally competitive for defense funding.
$17.0B
Department of Defense
Spending
$14.5B
Department of Defense
Contract Spending
TOP 8
Largest Recipient of Department of Defense Spending
TOP 9
Largest Recipient of Department of Defense Contract Spending
FY 2023