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Indicator 2: Increase participation in recreation and cultural activities

Measure f: Percent Participating in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Income

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 income level.

Percent of Participation in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Income - 2006
$0-$4,999 $5,000-$14,999 $15,000-$24,999 $25,000-$34,999 $35,000-$49,999 $50,000-$74,999 $75,000-$99,999 $100,000-$149,999 $150,000 and Over
Attend a music, drama or dance performance
21%
25%
38%
42%
47%
55%
63%
62%
76%
Attend an amateur or professional sports event
28%
23%
34%
36%
45%
56%
63%
66%
74%
Visit a park or historical site
51%
51%
57%
64%
76%
83%
88%
89%
90%
Visit a zoo, fair, or amusement park
28%
32%
41%
41%
51%
67%
68%
71%
64%
Visit a museum or gallery
20%
30%
34%
39%
47%
53%
63%
62%
70%
Participant in an activity at a recreational center
17%
18%
20%
29%
36%
50%
60%
68%
80%
Use the services of a library
62%
54%
60%
68%
65%
72%
71%
75%
71%

Source:

Office of Financial Management - State Population Survey