The mining industry contributes approximately 1% of the U.S. GDP, reflecting its role in supplying raw materials.

Despite being relatively minor in comparison to other sectors, the mining industry's 1% contribution to the U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) underlines its economic significance. Construction, manufacturing, energy generation, and technological advancement all depend on the vital raw resources that mining offers, such as metals, coal, and industrial minerals. Despite making a little direct contribution to GDP, the mining industry supports downstream businesses, which has a big indirect influence. Despite its low GDP share, mining is a vital sector of the American economy because it creates jobs and stimulates the economy in areas with high mining activity.