OGA Member Demographics

General Demographics
89% of our members are between the ages of 35 & 70
83% of our members are male

Household Income
76% Have over $100,000 household income
84% Have over $75,000 household income

Home Ownership
97% Own their primary residence
39% Own a second/vacation residence
27% Plan to purchase second/vacation residence
   
Occupation
43% Business Owner / Top Management
18% Management / Industry Specialist
39% Retired / Other

Lifestyle
99% Travel for vacation
71% Have taken at least three airline trips in past year
31% Travel for business
41% Own a boat or an R V

Golf
59% Played more than 100 rounds last year
91% Played more than 50 rounds last year
82% Have a handicap of 20 or less

Purchasing Power
59% Use a professional financial advisor
89% Invest in stocks or mutual funds
98% Dine out at least twice a month
59% Spent at least $500 on golf equipment last year
58% Spent more than $3,000 on last vacation
83% Rent a car while traveling
41% Belong to a private, semi-private or resort club
79% Consume wine, beer, or spirits
97% Own a home computer
92% Use the Internet
19% Plan to purchase a new car in the coming year

Economic Impact
The direct economic impact of OGA members to the Oregon & SW Washington economy exceeds $1 billion annually.  This number is calculated solely based on the average number of rounds played at an estimated value of $50 per round.  This number does not include any additional expenditures on equipment, food & beverage, lodging, etc. and does not reflect any multipliers.

Source: Pacific Northwest Golfer reader survey; received March 2007; 640 respondents