The Global Pickleball Market Will Be Worth $4.4 BILLION in Next Few Years
Last Edited
Oct 09 2024
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The global pickleball market is projected to hit a staggering $4.4 billion by 2033, up from $1.5 billion in 2023.
That represents a growth rate of 11.3%, and it’s not slowing down. News Market's latest report
What’s Driving the Pickleball Market Growth?
For starters, everyone’s playing—kids, seniors, and everyone in between. The game’s low-impact and accessible nature has transformed it from a backyard pastime into a serious global sport.
North America is leading the charge with over 48 million players in the U.S., a 223.5% surge in the last three years.
But it’s not just about people swinging paddles. Brands, fitness centers, and even local governments are pouring money into the sport.
Life Time Fitness and similar facilities are expanding dedicated pickleball spaces; community courts are popping up faster than we can count.
With the U.S. needing 25,000 more courts in the next few years, it’s clear demand is through the roof.
Pickleball gear is also cashing in—especially footwear. Specialized shoes that enhance performance and prevent injuries are the hot-ticket items, dominating 39.3% of the market.
Offline channels still account for 51.8% of sales, as players prefer testing their gear in person.
The global scene isn’t sleeping on this either—Asia and Europe are catching on, with growth rates above 12% in places like China, Japan, and India.
If you're betting against pickleball, you might want to rethink your strategy.
Pickleball's Growth in Five Numbers
More takeaways from the recent research that stunned us:
18-34: That's the age group with the largest demographic, making up 28.8% of all pickleball players and directly contradictory to the notion that most pickleball players are over the age of 50.
22.6%: The number representing the highest amount of pickleball players per region in the United States, belonging to South Atlantic Region, home to the most players in the nation.
130: Number of new, public pickleball locations built per month across the US.
50,000: Number of attendees at the 2023 Nationals event.
50,003: Total number of publicly-accessible courts in the US as of 2024.
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