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Improve cultural and recreational opportunities throughout the state

Indicator 2: Increase participation in recreation and cultural activities

Measure e: Percent Participating in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Education

Description:

2006 State Population Survey results are available for percent of respondents participating in recreational and cultural activities. This indicator provides participation rates for specific activities by education level.

Percent of Participation in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Education - 2006
< High School High School Graduate Some College Bachelor's Degree Graduate or Professional Degree
Attend a music, drama or dance performance
16%
37%
45%
67%
72%
Attend an amateur or professional sports event
21%
44%
47%
61%
62%
Visit a park or historical site
46%
67%
73%
86%
92%
Visit a zoo, fair, or amusement park
39%
51%
55%
63%
64%
Visit a museum or gallery
14%
31%
43%
68%
76%
Participant in an activity at a recreational center
11%
32%
41%
61%
63%
Use the services of a library
35%
54%
67%
79%
84%

Source:

Office of Financial Management - State Population Survey