Source5 ways Amazon is investing in Colorado
These investments create thousands of jobs with competitive pay and provide local small businesses access to a global customer base.
- Amazon has invested more than $20 billion in Colorado infrastructure and employee compensation, contributing over $20 billion to state GDP.
- The company directly employs more than 20,000 workers and supports over 20,000 indirect jobs across Colorado.
- Colorado-based independent sellers have sold over 62 million items through Amazon's store, generating over $275,000 in average annual sales.
- Infrastructure investments in Colorado include 11 fulfillment centers, 10 delivery stations, 23 Whole Foods Market locations, and three solar farms.
- Community initiatives delivered over 200,000 meals and reached over 20,000 students and 900 teachers in the state.