Please select your home edition
Edition
Maritimo M75

U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract - cruisers, watersports, fishing boats and trailers

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 9 Sep 08:12 PDT
NMMA's 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract © National Marine Manufacturers Association

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).

Read the full article here...

Related Articles

U.S. Exports and Imports 2024 Report
Examining recent and historical trade data on the different categories The Boat and Engine Exports and Imports section of NMMA's 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is now available for member download, with a comprehensive look at marine trade flows and shifts in global demand for American-made products. Posted on 4 Sep
NMMA launches refueling safety task force
Composed of a diverse group of industry experts NMMA has launched a dedicated task force focused on fuel system inspection education and refueling best practices. Posted on 4 Sep
Adam Gray tours Centurion & Supreme Boats
NMMA organized a tour for the Congressman of their operations in Merced NMMA recently organized a tour of Centurion & Supreme Boats' operations in Merced, California with Rep. Adam Gray (D-CA-13) and his staff. Posted on 29 Aug
Michigan Boating Technology Day
NMMA Member Ilmor Marine showcases innovation NMMA member manufacturer Ilmor Marine welcomed Michigan state policymakers, legislative staff, marine industry leaders, and NMMA members to its new marine technology and manufacturing facility in New Hudson, Mich. last week. Posted on 26 Aug
IBEX Education lineup announced
IBEX has announced its 2025 Education Conference lineup The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced its 2025 Education Conference lineup. Posted on 21 Aug
President Trump expands Section 232 Tariffs
CBP has issued Cargo Systems and Message Service guidance for steel products and aluminum products On Aug. 15, the U.S. Department of Commerce significantly expanded its Section 232 tariffs on aluminum and steel imports, adding more than 400 HTS codes to its existing list of tariffs on aluminum and steel derivative products. Posted on 19 Aug
Core U.S. Inflation hit five-month high
Pressuring discretionary spending U.S. inflation picked up in July, with the Consumer Price Index rising to 2.7% year-over-year, according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Posted on 15 Aug
Economic pressure maintains grip on boating demand
NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, which highlights data on a 12-month rolling basis, June 2024 through May 2025, reflects ongoing headwinds in retail powerboat unit sales as economic pressures remain a key concern. Posted on 15 Aug
White House extends current China Tariff rates
Delaying the reinstatement of higher U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods for another 90 days On August 11, President Donald Trump signed an executive order delaying the reinstatement of higher U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods for another 90 days, extending the current pause until mid-November. Posted on 14 Aug
Record high fishing participation reached in 2024
57.9 million Americans went fishing, but churn continues to threaten long-term gains The post-pandemic surge of participation in fishing continues to get record numbers of participants on the water. Posted on 12 Aug
North Sails Loft 57 PodcastCyclops Marine 2023 November - FOOTERAllen Sailing