Abilene Dyess Air Force Base Economic Impact

Dyess Air Force Base has a total economic
impact of $420,939,089 on the Big Country’s
economy. This impact stems from Active Duty
and Retired Military members, Military Civilians
and Dependents. It also includes jobs created in
the community to meet the needs of the people
listed above and contracts that the base makes
with local vendors.
Dyess Air Force Base exists to deliver rapid, decisive and sustainable air power to combat
commanders anytime and anywhere it is needed
with the B-1 bombers. Dyess is the home of the
first operational B-1 bomber and is the training
center for all B-1 aircrews. It is also the home of
two squadrons of C-130J aircraft which provide
worldwide airlift support, including the delivery
of critical humanitarian aid.
Our relationship with the Big Country
extends beyond economics. As a team, we enjoy a
long standing and rich history of mutual respect
and support. The excellent community relations
are evidenced in activities such as "The World's
Largest Barbecue" for Dyess personnel and their
families and the Veterans Day parade sponsored
by the citizens of Abilene. Big Country residents
have an interest in the military presence which is
reflected in the wide participation in the Dyess
Open House. Numerous local business people
share their business expertise and experience with
the military community and serve as honorary
squadron commanders. Dyess personnel return
their generosity by volunteering their time and
services to many local charities and civic groups
Economic Impact
Statement
Oct 2012 - Sep 2013
Dyess
20%
10%
7 BW
317 AG
70%
Other Dets &
Tenants
For More Information, Contact:
7th Comptroller Squadron
7 Lancer Loop, Suite 165
Dyess AFB, TX 79605
(325) 696-2017
EIS data was compiled, analyzed, written,
and edited by 7th CPTS
Air
Force
Base
Personnel
Active Duty Military
Military Retirees
4,394
3,570
Total Military
7,964
Appropriated Funds Civilians
Non-Appropriated Civilians
Base Exchange
Private Business
398
152
107
42
Total Civilians
699
Total Dependents
5,807
Total Personnel
14,470
ECONOMIC IMPACT:
$420+MILLION
ACROSS the big country
Military Pay
Active Duty Military
Military Retirees
Total Military Pay
$230,213,958
$86,112,000
$316,325,958
Civilian Pay
Appropriated Funds Civilians
Non-Appropriated Civilians
Base Exchange
Private Business
Total Civilian Pay
$27,649,531
$3,599,528
$1,862,856
$1,265,373
$34,377,288
Contract Expenditures
Medical Construction
Government Purchase Card
Commissary
Base Exchange
Health/TRICARE
Impact Aid/Tuition Assistance
Other Procurement
Total Expenditures
$334,109
$6,262,138
$196,300
$460,859
$2,360,906
$3,227,821
$22,963,416
$35,805,549
Medical Construction
1%
17%
1%
1%
7%
64%
9%
Government Purchase
Card
Commissary
Base Exchange
Health/TRICARE
Impact Aid/Tuition
Assistance
Other Procurements
Job Creation
Total Number of Jobs Created
Average Annual Pay
1,574
$36,000
*Bureau of Labor Statistics: Abilene, Texas
Estimated Annual Dollar
Value of Jobs Created $56,664,000
Economic Impact
Total Payroll
Local Expenditures
Value of Job Creation
$350,703,246
$13,571,843
$56,664,000
Total Economic Impact $420,939,089