919 New Jobs for Stratford?

What is the real value of the Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford?  

In Seattle, the nonprofit arts and culture sector is worth $447.6 million annually, according to a study released by its mayor.  (See full article:  http://ow.ly/btciT)

Stratford’s population is 8.5% of Seattle’s 600,000.  Seattle’s median household income is about $4,000 less than Stratford’s $64,364, according to the 2010 census data.

So, a city that has a little less disposable income to spend still benefits from having a vibrant nonprofit arts community. With all other considerations equal, what are the possible benefits should Stratford follow the same arts-support model that Seattle does?

Fulltime Equivalent Jobs:             

Seattle           10,807          

Stratford        919

Revenue to local and state government          

Seattle           $38,200,000          

Stratford        $3,247,00

Annual Economic Activity          

Seattle           $447,600,000          

Stratford        $38,046,000

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