North America Leisure Boat Market Size & Outlook

The leisure boat market in North America is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 26,244.8 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 4.4% is expected of North America leisure boat market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$19,467.6
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$26,244.8
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
4.4%
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North America

North America leisure boat market highlights

  • The North America leisure boat market generated a revenue of USD 19,467.6 million in 2023.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, used leisure boat was the largest revenue generating type in 2023.
  • Used Leisure Boat is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • Country-wise, Canada is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2030.


North America data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 19,467.6 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 26,244.8 million
Growth rate4.4% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentUsed leisure boat
Fastest growing segmentUsed Leisure Boat
Historical data covered2018 - 2022
Base year for estimation2023
Forecast period covered2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationNew Leisure Boat, Used Leisure Boat
Key market players worldwideAzimut Holding SPA, BRP Inc Shs Subord.Voting, Brunswick Corp, Marine Products Corp, Baja Marine Corporation, Bavaria Yachtbau GmbH, Ferretti Group, Fountain Powerboats, Avon Marina


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, North America region accounted for 44.0% of the global leisure boat market in 2023.
  • Globally, Europe is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Europe is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 27,377.3 million by 2030.

Used leisure boat was the largest segment with a revenue share of 76.47% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the North America leisure boat market based on new leisure boat, used leisure boat covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The U.S. is witnessing the increasing popularity of marine recreational activities, including boating and cruising. From the overall North American market, the U.S. alone held a market share of around 60% owing to the rising boat sales from Florida, California, and New York. 

The North America region has a huge number of large- and small-scale boat manufacturers.High demand of various recreational boats in the region is contributing to the regional growth. 

The manufacturers/resellers in the region reported a robust increase in boat sales after the second quarter of 2020 and are anticipating a similar trend during 2021 and the next couple of years.

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