The National Marine Manufacturers Association released its 2021 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, a source of comprehensive industry data, available for members only to download from here.
For those who aren’t members, NMMA has released a few statistics found in the report.
- Total recreational marine expenditures reached a high of $56.7 billion in 2021.
- New powerboat sales totaled 218,868 units, the second highest unit total in the last 14 years.
- Preowned boat sales exceeded 1 million units for the second time in 14 years.
The abstract offers much more detail and covers a variety of segments, including Total Industry Sales by Category and State; Powerboat Sales Trends; Cruiser, Watersport, Fishing Boat and Trailer Sales; Sailboat Sales; and Outboard Engines.