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How does Wilderness affect local economies?Research suggests that wilderness has a positive influence on local economies, and that counties containing a higher percentage of Wilderness have higher total income, employment and per capita income growth rates than counties without wilderness. Businesses move to counties with wilderness because of the quality of life it offers employees. People want clean air and open spaces. Wilderness draws recreationalists and tourists who spend disposable income in local communities. In essence, wilderness amenities provide nearby communities with a comparative advantage over non-wilderness rural communities for helping to diversify the economy.
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