« Back to FACTS
2006 Recreational Boating Abstract
- Cover Page
- Table of Contents
- Economic Factoids
- Retail Market
- Pre-Owned Market
- Marine Expenditures
- U.S. Boat Registrations
- Imports/Exports
- Outboard Engines
- Outboard Boats
- Sterndrive Boats
- Inboard Boats
- Activity-Specific Boats
- Canoes/Kayaks
- Sailboats
- Houseboats
- Inflatable Boats
- Boat Trailers
- Index and Miscellaneous
- Boat Type Definitions
- Industry Statistical Reports
Download abstract previewBoating Population
1.1 Participation
Boating participation increased to nearly 73 million, the third increase in as many years.
Nearly one-third of adults went boating in 2006, up 1.8% from the previous year.
NOTE: NMMA changed methodology in 2006: prior NSGA surveys estimated participation for those aged seven and older. Following the USCG boating participation study which will measure adult participation, participation estimates are now based on adults aged 18 and older. Prior year estimates have been adjusted to reflect this change.
Source: NSGA/NMMA
Table 1.1
| YEAR | NO. OF ADULTS BOATING (millions) | % OF 18+ WHO WENT BOATING |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 67.5 | 36.5% |
| 1991 | 67.3 | 36.4% |
| 1992 | 68.1 | 36.2% |
| 1993 | 68.9 | 36.2% |
| 1994 | 69.7 | 36.3% |
| 1995 | 70.3 | 35.7% |
| 1996 | 70.9 | 36.1% |
| 1997 | 71.6 | 35.9% |
| 1998 | 68.8 | 34.0% |
| 1999 | 64.9 | 31.8% |
| 2000 | 64.4 | 30.8% |
| 2001 | 63.9 | 30.1% |
| 2002 | 67.1 | 31.2% |
| 2003 | 65.0 | 29.8% |
| 2004 | 65.4 | 29.7% |
| 2005 | 67.5 | 30.3% |
| 2006 | 72.6 | 32.1% |
Chart 1.1
©2007 NMMA All rights reserved. No reproduction of any kind may be made without the express permission of NMMA.
