2024 Report Covers Market Trends in Cruisers, Watersports, Fishing Boats and Trailers
The latest report on cruiser, watersport, fishing boat and trailer sales trends, part of NMMA’s 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available for member download. The report examines retail unit sales for each category and by application.
In 2024, there were more than 238,000 new powerboats sold. In the watersports category, personal watercraft led with 70,704 units, with three-passenger models at the top, while inboard wake sport boats added 8,867 units.
Fishing boats split between freshwater at 54,446 units and saltwater at 24,823, with larger models posting the highest shares. Multi-purpose boats, led by pontoons, reached 56,280 units, followed by cruisers (10,029), which remained concentrated in sub-31-foot models, and jet boats (9,742).
U.S. new boat trailer sales reached 216,320 units with market share led by trailers rated over 5,000 lbs., reflecting steady demand across both heavy- and light-duty segments.
Download the 2024 Cruiser, Watersport, Fishing Boat and Trailer Sales Trends Report here
The U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is a comprehensive summary of statistics on the recreational boating industry in the United States, providing a universal data source with a historical look at many industry sectors and detailed trends analysis. This report presents detailed data for boat registrations, boat engine and accessory sales, expenditures, and the retail and pre-owned markets. It also features an in-depth look at the import and export marketplace focusing on product categories, trade partners and regional analysis.NMMA embers receive unlimited complimentary access to the digital versions of the annual U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract. Non-members can purchase the Cruiser, Watersport, Fishing Boat & Trailer Sales Trend Report for $1,399.
In addition to this annual analysis, NMMA provides highly timely monthly wholesale shipment reports and retail reports for outboard engines in the U.S. and Canada. For the most up to date data, click here to access NMMA's Recreational Boating Monthly Industry Data Summary Report.
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