Target Industries
Emerging Industries with Strong Growth Potential
These industries not only drive economic diversification but also align well with the unique strengths and resources of the Las Vegas Valley.
A Global Hub for Business Innovation and Leadership
Las Vegas is rapidly becoming a hotspot for growth and innovation, fueled by five key industries driving its dynamic economy. From healthcare and biotech to advanced manufacturing, clean tech, fintech, and sports tech, the region offers unmatched opportunities for expansion.
With a thriving research base, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a world-class business environment, the Las Vegas economy is primed to support and sustain industry growth, making it an ideal destination for companies looking to thrive in the future.
Advanced Manufacturing
A Mountain West Hub of the Future.
Southern Nevada’s Advanced Manufacturing cluster is driven by the ongoing development of key industries as well as domestic trends in supply chain resilience. Differentiated from traditional manufacturing industries by the prevalent use of technology to design, produce, and implement products, advanced manufacturing represents a significant opportunity for future investment in the region. For the purposes of target industry efforts, advanced manufacturing covers a wide range of manufacturing verticals and subsequently shares significant crossover with health & life sciences and technology.
From 2020-2025, this industry grew by 30% to a total of 10,767 employees overall and a Gross Regional Product of $2.1 billion in 2025.
Technology
What Happens Here Will Charge the World.
Technology features industries involved in computer and software programming, R&D, and the manufacturing of technological products. Experiencing significant growth in Las Vegas, the cluster is a key source of potential investment with near-term opportunities in programming and engineering services. Technology also offers strong cross-cluster opportunities such as FinTech as well as various electronic computer and equipment manufacturing industries. Future technologies encompass forward-looking fields that do not yet correspond to existing NAICS codes, including quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI).
From 2020-2025, this industry grew by 42% to a total of 28,996 employees overall and a Gross Regional Product of $8.6 billion in 2025.
Creative Industries
Las Vegas Emerges as the Next Big Sports Entertainment, Graphic & Visual Design, Media Streaming & Content Creation Center.
Creative Industries in Las Vegas have grown from a tourism-based industry into an economic powerhouse, with world-class events and institutions leading to an unparalleled capacity for innovation. The cluster combines performing arts, advertising services, and sports entertainment to deliver memorable experiences and products both in-person and online. Future growth in the sector will rely on an increased focus on media production and streaming, allowing Las Vegas’s robust talent pool to reach global audiences while encouraging investment within the region.
From 2020-2025, this industry grew by an astounding 70% to a total of 33,321 employees overall and a Gross Regional Product of $6.1 billion in 2025.
Business & Finance
Enabling Industry Growth Across All Pathways.
Southern Nevada’s Business & Financial cluster enables the growth of all industries by providing essential services for regional firms.The cluster covers a vast range of industries involved in supporting the financial, management, and legal needs of regional companies. Inclusive of real estate and insurance firms, Las Vegas boasts a large employment base that has experienced consistent growth in recent years. As Las Vegas continues to grow, continued investments in the region’s business and financial strengths can be bolstered by focused efforts on emerging needs such as third-party logistics (3PLs).
From 2020-2025, this industry grew by 15% to a total of 98,001 employees overall and a Gross Regional Product of $32.6 billion in 2025.
Health & Life Sciences
Advancing science and medical research to improve lives globally
health & Life Sciences represents the research, design, and manufacturing of medicines, medical devices, biotechnologies, and health services. Cluster growth is dependent on factors such as high-powered educational institutions, specialized skills and facilities, and demand for products by domestic healthcare providers. Las Vegas’s cluster strengths are built on medical labs and testing centers, with considerable opportunities for growth in pharmaceutical manufacturing and R&D functions.
Excluding employment or growth of healthcare industries such as medical hospitals or physician’s offices, this industry grew 21% from 2020-2025, and represents $2.3 billion in Gross Regional Product.
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