Why is mining so important to Nevada?
Since 1990, mining has contributed more than $100 million each year to Nevada and local economies. This is particularly important to rural economies; mining is the largest industry in rural Nevada. Because of mining, taxes from Washoe and Clark counties are not necessary to support rural areas of the state, and mining provides many high-paying jobs for rural communities. In 2009, direct taxes by mining companies in Nevada to the state and local governments, not including any taxes paid by suppliers or employees, was $200 million.
