The Chickasaw Nation contributes more than $2.4 billion to the economy in Oklahoma, according to a new study, with gaming largely behind the tribe's success.

The Chickasaws own 17 gaming facilities, more than any other tribe in the state and more than any tribe in the U.S. The casinos accounted for 91.5 percent of the $1.39 billion that the tribe took in last year, according to the study.

The tribe employs over 10,000 people at its casinos and other businesses. Payroll and wages generate $525 million a year.

"Long term thinking guides our various business enterprises along with our goal to have a positive social and economic impact throughout the 13 counties comprising the Chickasaw Nation in south-central Oklahoma, as well as across all of Oklahoma," Gov. Bill Anoatubby, said in a press release.

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