Do you love a good cruise? Are you excited by the idea of getting out onto the open water and sipping cocktails while you lounge on the deck or explore foreign ports? If so, you’re not alone, but you might be surprised to find out how much you didn’t know about the cruise industry yet. Well, for your convenience, we’ve curated a list of cruise industry statistics for you to peruse below.

Key Cruise Industry Statistics (Editor’s Picks)

Cruising is all about the journey, and what a journey it has been for this industry. But, there is so much information out there and it’s scattered everywhere — search results, reports, other people’s research, social media sites, forums, etc. So to help make things easier for you, here we’re presenting you with the latest cruise industry statistics. 

Whether you’re a travel agent, an online search marketer, travel agent, a fan of cruising, or any other type of person involved in any way with the cruise industry, you’re certainly going to find a statistic that you can use.

• The worldwide cruise industry earned $6.648 billion in revenue in 2021
• Cruise industry revenue is anticipated to reach 34.1 billion USD by 2025
• The cruise industry employs over 436,000 Americans
• The pandemic caused an 88% revenue drop for the cruise industry
• The United States is the leading country in revenue generated by the cruise industry
• 78% of the revenue for the global cruise industry is derived through offline sales channels
• Carnival Cruise Lines has the largest share of the cruise market at 45 percent
• The Caribbean is the most visited cruise ship destinations
• In 2021, 60% more cruise ships were built than the year before
• 75% of all cruise bookings are made through travel agents

Cruise Industry Overview Statistics

Many vacationers prefer the leisure and extravagance of cruise ships over staying at a hotel where the view never changes. So, let’s look at some exciting statistics to see what makes sea vacations spectacular?

1. The worldwide cruise industry earned $6.65 billion in revenue in 2021

(Statista)

The worldwide cruise industry earned $6.65 billion in revenue in 2021, a huge increase from the $3.36 billion it earned in 2020.

While these numbers are impressive, they’re not surprising. We’ve seen a huge influx of people looking for cruises since the beginning of 2021, particularly because many land-based vacation destinations shut down during that time due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The good news is that things seem to be looking up, and many people are optimistic about the future of traveling (or at least optimistic about not being stuck in their house for too much longer).

2. Cruise industry revenue is anticipated to reach 34.1 billion USD by 2025

(Statista)

It’s no surprise that the cruise industry is booming: in an increasingly connected world, the ability to unplug and just relax is more desirable than ever.

From the onboard activities to the excursions at each port, cruises are a great way to spend time with family and friends, experience new cultures and cuisines, and recharge your batteries.

The cruise industry has experienced tremendous growth over the past several years. It is anticipated that by 2025, the market size of the cruise industry will reach 34.1 billion USD.

3. The cruise industry employs over 436,000 Americans 

(Federal Maritime Commission)

Did you know that the cruise industry employs over 436,000 Americans? And it’s not just people working on cruise ships—these are jobs within cruise companies, and also at travel agencies, hotels, restaurants, and more.

So when you go on a cruise vacation, you’re actually helping to support a huge number of other industries and businesses that help make your vacation possible in the first place!

4. The United States is the leading country in revenue generated by the cruise industry

(Statista)

The cruise industry is a big deal here in the US. While the cruise industry is growing worldwide, the United States is the largest market in terms of revenue. In fact, the United States brings in more revenue to the cruise industry than any other country on earth.

The US is followed by Germany, UK, China, Italy, and Canada respectively. 

5. 78% of the revenue for the global cruise industry is derived through offline sales channels

(Statista)

Overall, the cruise industry is still largely dependent on offline sales channels, which account for 78% of the industry’s revenues. Only 22% of global cruise revenue is coming from online sales.

This finding suggests that many tour operators are still relying on traditional offline sales channels, such as travel agents and brochures, to sell cruises.

6. The Caribbean is the most visited cruise ship destinations

(CLIA)

According to Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the most popular destinations are the Caribbean, Bahamas, and Bermuda with about 11.982 million passengers yearly. 

Asia and China fall in second place. And Hawaii appears to be the least popular destination across the globe.

7. Carnival Cruise Lines has the largest share of the cruise market at 45 percent

(Statista)

Carnival Cruise Lines is the largest cruise company in the world, with a 45-percent share of the market. They are headquartered in Doral, Florida, and operate a fleet of 24 ships that visit over 40 countries around the world. 

This may be because of their dominant marketing forces. CCL has a massive fleet of ships and a huge passenger carrying capacity. CCL is also known for having the first cruise ship that was built specifically to cater to the needs of children and their families, the Fantasy. The Fantasy was launched in 1990. According to their CEO Arnold Donald, “It’s all about making memories.” This is a very powerful statement that attracts people.

In addition, compared to other cruise lines, Carnival has the most affordable rates per person/day, which attracts people as well as increases their market share.

8. The average cruise vacation is seven days long

(FCCA)

Cruise vacations are pretty popular. They’re a great way to see the world, meet new people, and let someone else do all the work while you relax and enjoy life. Your vacation can be any length you want it to be, but the average cruise vacation is seven days long.

The largest percentage of the cruises, around 40%, last 7 days. 27% of the cruises last an average of 5 days, 15% last an average of 11 days. 11% of the cruises last only three days, and 4% last 14 days.

Cruise Ship Statistics

9. In 1901 the first cruise ship embarked on a journey from Hamburg, Germany, to New York

(Smithsonian Mag)

Prinzessin Victoria Luise was the first ship designed specifically for leisure travel. She loaded her passengers in New York on January 26, 1901, and set off for the West Indies. On December 16, 1906, her career ended in Jamaica, where she ran aground near the Kingston Harbour.

A lot has changed in 121 years, so read on as we explore a century of cruise industry statistics.

10. Symphony of the Seas is the world’s biggest cruise ship, with a gross tonnage of 228,081

(Royal Caribbean International)

Symphony of the Seas is the world’s biggest cruise ship, with a gross tonnage of 228,081.

If you’re not a boat person, that might not mean much to you. But if you picture yourself on a boat like Titanic—which was only about 46,000 gross tons—you’ll get an idea of how huge Symphony really is.

According to Royal Caribbean, Symphony “has every amenity imaginable.” It also comes with 7 distinct neighborhoods (including its own Central Park), 18 decks, and 22 restaurants.

11. Only 17 cruise ships are on the CDC’s green list

(CDC)

On the recent status update (January 28, 2022), there were seventeen cruise ships on the green list. Ten ships are below the threshold in orange, and the rest just met the requirements on yellow status.

12. Usage of LNG can reduce cruise ship sulfur emissions by 90%

(Exxon Mobil)

LNG (liquefied natural gas) is the purest fossil fuel, and cruise ships have started using it as an alternative to diesel. It can reduce emissions by 90 percent.

13. Crime is 95% lower on cruise ships than on land

(Department of Transportation)

The risk of a crime happening on a cruise ship is pretty low, but there is still a 5% risk. Overall, the crime rate on a cruise ship is 95% lower than the crime rate on land.

14. The Church of Scientology’s cruise ship holds 540 passengers

(Scientology)

Freewinds, the 440-foot cruise ship that belongs to the Church of Scientology, can hold 540 Passengers. In 2019, the cruise ship was quarantined for a few days with a potential measles outbreak risk.

15. $500 million will go toward the construction of a Titanic replica

(CNN)

Titanic was a vast and beautiful ship that sank in 1912. An Australian businessman with a fondness for large cruise ships invested 500 million dollars into creating a replica, along with all the latest technology.

A replica is nearing the end of manufacturing and should set sail somewhere in 2022.

16. Cruise ships make an average of 12.7% profit before taxes

(Cruise Market Watch)

Passengers spend an average of $1714 on a cruise. It includes ticket sales, onboard purchases, bar tabs, and spa treatments. The average expenses for the ship run about $1,564 per passenger.

You might think that cruise ships are basically just giant floating casinos—and while that’s not untrue, they’re also basically giant floating hotels that have to make a profit in order to, you know, stay afloat. And as it turns out, cruise ships are actually pretty good at making money.

In fact, the profit margin of an average cruise ship is 12.7%. That seems like a lot, but keep in mind: cruise operators cover the cost of housing thousands of passengers for weeks at a time and keeping them fed and entertained.

17. There is only one cruise ship that allows dogs on board

(Business Insider)

The only cruise line that can allow you to take your dog on board is Cunard’s Queen Mary 2. The ship offers plenty of amenities for your lovely ones.

Some cruise liners allow working service dogs. These rules tightened since people started bringing in untrained pets on board. Sadly, emotional support dogs (or dogs in training) are not considered service dogs.

18. Pregnant women past their second are not allowed to board cruise ships

(Carnival)

According to Carnival rules, women that are 24-weeks pregnant will not be allowed on ships. Cruise ships don’t have the necessary medical resources to handle such cases.

This precaution might be because of an incident on a Royal Caribbean cruise. In September 2015, a woman gave birth three months before the baby was due.

19. The Allure of the Seas and the Oasis of the Seas are two of the world’s most expensive cruise ships

(Statista)

They cost about 1.4 billion U.S. dollars apiece to construct which is more than the GDP of some countries.

The Allure of the Seas was created by RCI in 2009 and is still one of their biggest ships, with a maximum capacity of 6780 passengers. The Oasis of the Seas first set sail in 2009 and is also one of RCI’s largest ships. It has a maximum capacity of 5,400 passengers.

20. Fire poses the greatest danger to cruise ships

(Tyco)

Cruise ships have a lot of fun stuff to do on them—some even have their own casinos and roller coasters.

However, it’s a little-known fact that cruise ships are the most dangerous vessels on Earth. With their high-tech navigational systems, huge engines, and well-trained crews that keep them running smoothly, it is often assumed that there is little chance of these massive floating cities being struck by disaster.

Unfortunately, one thing cruise ships need to be (extra) prepared for is fire. Fire poses the greatest danger to cruise ships, and several fires happen every year, often with tragic results.

The deadliest hazard to cruise ships is fire. In fact, fires pose such a threat that cruise lines have had to develop elaborate fire suppression systems and protocols in order to protect passengers and crew members from harm.

An alarming number of 139 cruise ship fires have been reported in just 23 years. Employees require help while containing a fire on board. This is why an average 3k-passenger ship includes about 4000 smoke detectors, 5000 sprinklers, and 500 fire extinguishers.

21. The Wonder of the Seas will be soon the biggest ship to ever set sail

(Royal Caribbean International)

People are working towards it. At the moment, the largest ship that the world has ever seen is in the making. The ship is called Wonder of the Seas, the biggest ship to ever set sail.

It will begin its first journey in March of 2022. The Wonder Of The Seas weighs 236,857 gross tons! This is making it to be about 4% largest than the current largest ship.

The name of the largest cruise ship is Symphony of the Seas, which Royal Caribbean owns. The ship has an internal volume of 228,000 gross tons!

If placed vertically, both of these ships exceed the height of the Eiffel Tower! Also, both of these cruise ships weigh more than ten thousand elephants.

Both of Royal Caribbean’s cruise ships took a fortune to make. The great cruise ships ran a bill of about 1.4 billion U.S. dollars in manufacturing.

21. Only 16 cruise ships had sunk between 1980 and 2012

(NY Times)

One of the newest incidents of a sunken cruise ship was the Costa Concordia. Luckily, more ships run aground than sink each year.

Google Maps is an amazing tool to see plenty of interesting things. One of those things is a shipwreck off the coast of the Solomon Islands. It wrecked there in April 2000, and you can still see it there today.

22. In 2021, 60% more cruise ships were built than the year before

(Cruise Industry News)

Running the numbers from 2020 and 2021, there is a considerable difference. The spike in the numbers is mostly due to the quarantines, which delays production. There were 60% more cruise ships built last year than in 2020

When it comes to cruise ships, it takes a lot of effort, planning, workforce, and money. Depending on the capacity that you are after, the price may vary.

If you want to build a ship that would welcome 100-200 people, the cost would be between 60-90 million U.S. dollars. Of course, it all depends on the amenities you wish to have on the ship.

And if you want to build a ship that would welcome 2000+ people, the cost would be over 700 million U.S. dollars. It all depends on the amenities you wish to have on the ship.

23. Celebrity cruises is one of the most popular cruise lines

(CLIA)

All cruise lines are incredible, and some just offer more entertainment on board than others. Some of the best cruise lines include Celebrity Cruises, MCS Cruises, Carnival, and Royal Caribbean.

According to CLIA and other sources, there are more than 50 different cruise lines across the globe. The exact number of cruise ships in the world is 323. Within the past three years, 31 of these ships were out of use.

Royal Caribbean is the cruise line that did most of the work in 2021. They welcomed more than 2.5 million passengers throughout the entire year.

The cruise line that welcomed the least passengers last year was TUI Cruises. They managed to get only about 330,000 passengers.

24.  Disney Cruise Line is the best-liked large-ship cruise line among US travelers

(Condé Nast Traveler)

According to a recent survey, US travelers like Disney Cruise Line better than any other large-ship cruise line.

The study asked past cruisers to rate their satisfaction with their experiences and how likely they were to recommend a particular cruise line. Disney Cruise Line scored the highest out of all large ship lines, earning an overall satisfaction score of 94.09 out of 100 points.

Disney Cruise Lines also have some of the highest rates of customer satisfaction of any cruise line out there. As if you needed another reason to go on a cruise!

Impact Of The Pandemic On The Cruise Industry

Tourism was one of the industries that had to take the brunt of the COVID-19 effects. The cruise ship industry was not excluded from the devastation on the service sector.

25. Covid-19 caused a 24-million drop in passengers for the cruise industry

(Statista)

Covid-19 all but ended the worldwide travel and tourism industry with a severe reduction in cruise travelers after 2019. in 2020, there were 5.8 million passengers worldwide, a drop of more than 24 million from the previous year.

The year 2021 made way for everything to return to normal. The cruising industry received almost 14 million passengers this year globally.

With the worldwide situation of Covid-19, cruise lines have excluded their smaller and older ships. They have done this to allow the necessary social distancing to all passengers on board.

26. The pandemic caused an 88% revenue drop for the cruise industry

(Statista)

Although travel limitations are mandatory due to the pandemic, the industry’s worldwide revenue stands at 3.37 billion U.S dollars. Despite a 12 billion dollar drop, the United States still had the highest revenue in 2020.

Statistics indicate that the voyage business produced $27.4 billion in 2019. When the news broke, revenue dropped by 88% worldwide.

In 2020, the cruise industry generated about 3.3 billion dollars in revenue. The revenue of the cruising industry can go up to more than 300 billion U.S. dollars.

27. A single docked day could mean 2500 lost cruise jobs

(NY Times)

Cruise ship jobs took a massive hit due to the pandemic. It was estimated that with only a single day of lost revenue, an estimated 2500 jobs would be lost.

In Europe, around 800 jobs would have been lost daily. The U.S. numbers were predicted to be lower with 600, and the U.K. had the least at about 140.

Before Covid (B.C.), the cruise ship industry contributed significantly to the global economy. In 2019, 50.53 billion U.S dollars were spent on salaries and wages for approximately 1.1 million employees.

When the pandemic hit, there was a pause on a global level. This resulted in almost 520,000 lost jobs and 77 billion in global economic activity. On average (the average being 2019), around 1.1 million people worked in the cruise industry. It has been estimated that 25% of them lost their jobs due to the pandemic.

28. The number of cruise ship orders dropped by a whopping 13 times in 2020 from the previous year

(Statista)

Orders for cruise ships dropped sharply in the wake of the coronavirus crisis. The orders were down from 1.7 million gross tonnage in 2019 to just about 130,000 gross tonnage for 2020.

29. Cruise passenger traffic from the Middle East had the highest percentage decline (92%) due to the pandemic

(Statista)

The number of cruise passengers from the Middle East decreased by 92% decrease during the pandemic, making it the largest percentage drop worldwide.

There are three main factors that contributed to the drop in Middle Eastern cruise passenger traffic.

The first was the pandemic itself: it flat-out scared people away from traveling, and drove them to focus on getting home instead of on vacation.

Second was the fall-off in business travel from the area, which meant fewer business travelers were coming in and out of ports—and these are the passengers who account for many of the trips from Middle Eastern cruise companies.

Finally, there was a chain reaction once people started cancelling their trips: because not as many people were traveling, companies couldn’t fill their ships with passengers like they used to. They either cancelled future trips or cut down on how many trips they offered each year, which also impacted passenger numbers.

Cruise Industry Demographics and Passenger Statistics

The heart of the cruise industry beats in its guests, so let’s explore some passenger statistics.

30. Globally, 29.7 million passengers boarded cruise ships in 2019

(Statista)

Statistics showed a 4.1% growth from the previous year. North America represented approximately half of the volume with 15.4 million. Europe was the runner-up with 7.7 million passengers in 2019.

Asia was one of the two destinations that experienced a drop from the previous year. However, even with a decline of 11.8%, they still came in third place with 3.7 million.

Combined, South/Central America, Australia, and New Zealand saw around 2.3 million passengers in 2019. Australia and New Zealand saw a drop of 7.5% from 2018.

With the global situation of Covid-19, all of the cruise lines have excluded their smaller and older ships. They have done this to allow the necessary social distancing to all passengers on board.

31. The average cruise ship passenger is 47 years old

(Cruise Critic)

The demographics of the passengers going on a cruise can be pretty vast, but the majority is white. The average persons’ age on a cruise ship is 47 years old.

The leading country in North America, by a landslide. Of all cruise passengers hop on from North America. The rest is divided between Western Europe, Asia, etc.

32. A total of 623 passengers passed away on cruise ships in 20 years

(International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health)

Luckily, not all of them drowned. Heart problems appear to be the killer on cruises. The second is accidental falls and the third deliberate jumps overboard.

In the past 20 years, 623 passengers have died on cruise ships. 89% of all deaths occurred among passengers, and 11% occurred among crew members.

Perhaps a tiny percentage of the total, but murder, sexual attacks, and manslaughter also make their way onboard.

In safety, cruise ships are generally safe. However, as with any entertainment business, it runs quite a few risks. According to estimations, there have been more than 400 accidents in 17 years.

33. Booking agents in the cruise industry average about $47,133 yearly

(Chron)

When booking, passengers try to avoid going through the ordeal of organizing a trip themselves. So, when booking a cruise, three-quarters of all the passengers decide to go through an agent.

Cruise agents make an average of $47,133 per year booking cruises for clients. Now, it might seem like a lot of money to make bookings, but they do more behind the scenes.

34. The typical passenger spends $385 on port excursions before boarding their cruise

(CLIA)

The truth is, there’s a lot of money to be made in cruise ports.

Cruise travel is associated with a typical $385 expenditure for each cruise passenger in the days before embarking. Most passengers arrive at least one day in advance of a cruise to enjoy the city.

On average, they spend $385 per person on things like accommodation and food. Some passengers will stick around after their cruise to see other nearby places, spending $100 for each port visited.

So cruise-goers, don’t let your wallet go overboard at sea!

35. Singaporeans love to cruise more than anyone else in the world

(CLIA)

The popularity of cruising in Singapore is notable. 6.4% of Singaporeans take a cruise in an average year, and they are joined by other nationalities that like to cruise, such as Aussies (5.4%), Americans (4%), Hongkongers (3.3%), Brits (2.8%), Germans (2.7%), Canadians (2.6%), Kiwis (2.3%) and Norwegians (1.9%).

36.  75% of all cruise bookings are made through travel agents

(CLIA)

When you plan a vacation, you probably make most of your plans yourself, right? You decide where you’re going to stay, what activities you’ll do there, and what you’ll eat. It’s all up to you!

When it comes time to book your cruise, though, it may seem different. Maybe you don’t feel like you have as much control over the process. Maybe the whole thing feels more complicated than it should. Well, the truth is: 75% of all cruise bookings are made through travel agents. That’s 3 out of 4 people who are booking cruises with an agent!

Cruise Port Statistics

37. Across the globe, there are more than 2,000 active cruise ports

(Cruise Mapper)

Cruise ships are an incredible way to see the world. The ports they dock in allow you to explore new places and cultures while enjoying all the amenities of a luxury hotel.

There are 2,339 active cruise ports around the world. These cruise ports are responsible for transporting millions of passengers and their cargo to international destinations every year.

Some of the busiest cruise ports include Miami and New York City in North America; Sydney, Australia; the islands of Greece; and history-rich London, England.

The vast majority of these ports can accommodate ships of any size and type, so even if your cruise ship is one of the biggest in the world—the Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas holds 6,680 passengers—you should be able to find a port that can fit it.

38. Miami has the busiest cruise port in the world

(World Atlas)

The most famous and busiest cruise port globally is the Port of Miami. It becomes a temporary home for more than a thousand cruise ships each year.

The U.S is home to three of the busiest ports in the world. Port Canaveral and Port Everglades fall second and third, respectively.

39. There are 212 cruise ship ports in the US

(Cruise Mapper)

When you’ve got a whole ocean of fun to explore, the only thing standing between you and the next island is a cruise ship. And while they’re certainly not called “ships” for nothing, there are plenty of ports in the US that make it easy to get to the middle of the ocean and back again.

Of the 2339 cruising ship ports around the world, 212 (9%) of them are in the United States. The busiest ones in terms of passenger volume are in Miami, Florida, and Texas

Conclusion

That’s it for the informative and interesting cruise industry statistics that we presented throughout this article. As you can see, the cruise industry is growing strong by offering numerous incentives to passengers, and the benefits of choosing cruises over other forms of travel are growing as well.

The cruise industry has grown to become a monster in the tourism industry, which means there’s plenty of room for you to get involved (if you want).

Hopefully, this post has been helpful and you can use the data we’ve looked at to inform your next steps. If you liked this blog post, please make sure to share it in your network.

If you have any questions or suggestions feel free to let me know as well. And of course, I would be remiss not to thank all of the sources that provided this data so we could look at these statistics in the first place.

With so much going on in the world today, we need vacations more than ever. Don’t get left behind and make your next vacation on a cruise! Until next time…looking forward to seeing you here again soon! 

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Although the origins of miniature golf are somewhat obscure, the modern incarnation of miniature golf or mini-golf, as it is often called, began in the early 1900s and took most of its features from its parent, actual golf.

Since its humble beginnings, mini-golf has developed into a global sensation today. Below we’ll be digging into some interesting miniature golf industry statistics to show how this sport has changed and grown through the years.

Enthralling Miniature Golf Statistics (Editor’s Pick)

Miniature golf reached a peak during the 1920s but quickly lost momentum as a pastime during the years of the great depression. Below, we look at so other interesting figures relating to mini-golf, including:

• There are over 38,000 registered members of the World Minigolf Sport Federation, started in 1983.
• The World Minigolf Sport Federation (WMF) is the global umbrella company for 56 mini-golf associations globally from 65 countries.
• Annually, the WMF members organize over 1,500 miniature golf tournaments.
• Ever the popular sport, by 1930, there were an estimated 25,000 miniature golf courses across the U.S.
• An estimated 130 million people play mini-golf, bringing in a revenue of roughly $1 billion in the U.S.
• Prize money for miniature golf competitions is low compared to other sports. Sometimes, there is no prize money.
• There are approximately 6722 people employed in the miniature golf industry.
• Miniature golf is most popular with families with children aged between 5 and 18.
• A miniature golf round of 18 holes can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours to complete.
• There are an estimated 5,000 miniature golf courses in the USA.
• Myrtle Beach in South Carolina has around 50 mini-golf courses, one of the highest densities worldwide.

Miniature Golf Global Governing Body Statistics

Miniature golf is played globally, with popularity in the USA, Europe (particularly Germany and Sweden), and Asian countries like China and Japan. As popularity grew, competitions were held, governing bodies formed to organize, coordinate, and promote the sport.

1. Globally, there are approximately 40,000 registered professional miniature golfers

Although the layman can grab a putter and have a great time on any mini-golf course, competition participation requires registering with the World Minigolf Sport Federation. Usually, this is done through their country-specific member associations.

There are an estimated 40,000 members globally. Europe is holding the lion’s share of members. In 2015, Germany alone had 11,000 members. Sweden had 8,000, and Austria and Switzerland had members in the low thousands, although not as well represented.

2. There are 56 member associations under the world minigolf sport federation

The World Minigolf Sport Federation is the international professional body for mini-golfers. This organization coordinates the world championship events (held biennially). Simultaneously, it supports the 56 local organizations under their umbrella.

There are 65 member countries, and they include:

3. The world minigolf sports federation recognizes 4 types of tournament miniature golf courses

Miniaturegolf (Eternit) Courses

These are the mini-golf courses occurring most frequently. They are constructed out of fiber cement (Eternit).

Their distinguishing feature is that they are physically smaller than the other types (i.e., shorter and narrower) while still having 18 holes selected from 28 preset designs. These courses are generally competition-approved.

Another interesting feature of these holes is that you cannot walk or stand on the course or any obstacles.

Felt Golf Courses

These courses were traditionally popular in Finland and Sweden but spread across Europe.

They are constructed of wooden borders and a felt (type of material) floor. Individual holes are generally longer than miniature golf (Eternit) holes.

There are 40 different hole setups to choose from in felt golf course designs. During play, standing on the course is permitted.

Concrete (Beton) Golf Courses

These courses originated in Switzerland and are still popular there. Beton courses are well represented in Austria and parts of Germany as well. Concrete golf courses migrated to the U.S. during the 1950s.

As the name implies, the course is concrete with steel barriers. Concrete courses are longer than felt courses. These courses are limited to 18 presets, and most are incredibly similar. Standing on the course during play is permitted, but walking on the course is discouraged.

Minigolf Open Standard Golf Courses

Golf courses that fall into this category are the “Adventure Golf” and “Crazy Golf” varieties. These courses are most popular in the U.S. and England, and they have artificial grass as the putting surface.

These courses were only accepted as competition standard in 2007, in a bid to increase the accessibility to mini-golf competitions and to encourage more people to play.

There is a lot of creative freedom in these courses, allowing the designer to customize each hole as desired (lanes are not restricted to a standard size and layout). The benefit of these courses is that countries that don’t have the funds to build the other types of mini-golf courses can still host tournaments on these.

These courses also generally have particular rules/playing styles. The biggest benefit of these courses is their marketing value to gain a better public buy-in to mini-golf.

Miniature Golf Championship And Tournament Statistics

Below are some stats concerning miniature golf competitions, particularly the world championships.

4. Globally there are over 1,300 miniature golf events held annually

Each member of the World Minigolf Sports Federation (WMF) hosts local tournaments on an annual/biennial basis.

The WMF hosts international championships, which include:

• African Open Championships
• European Champions League
• Asian Open Championships
• American Open Championship

Mini-golf tournaments are frequently held in Europe; however, aside from Europe, only China, India, Japan, the United States, and Taiwan participate in international competitions.

In the U.S., the two big mini-golf organizers are the Professional Putters Association and the U.S. Pro Mini-Golf Association. They are responsible for the Master’s Miniature Golf open competition.

5. Vanessa Peuker is the #1 female minigolf player in the world

Pending the results of the 2022 tournaments and championships, the standing miniature golf champions from 2020 of women are as below.

As of 2020, the top ten women players of minigolf include:

6. Fredrik Persson is the top-ranked minigolf player among males

The 2020 men’s top ten minigolfers include:

7. The average winnings in a miniature golf tournament are just $5,000

The USA has some of the larger prizes for mini-golf competition winners, and that’s up to around $5,000 for the top spot. In Europe, the winnings are considerably less, and some tournaments are without prize money.

The Australian mini-golf open tournament for 2022 has a prize pot of $10,000. So, the winners won’t be getting much after the “pie” is split.

Unfortunately, mini-golf is not at the point where it could sustain you full time. Although the pastime’s popularity grows, it is still not recognized as a professional sport. Competitive players still need to hold down a day job while getting their practice in.

There are, however, plans to grow the competitive element of mini-golf. Organizers like Bob Detwiler, the founder of the U.S. Pro Minigolf Association, are pushing prize pots up to $20,000. They’re even dreaming of $100,000 pots in years to come.

Miniature Golf Industry Size Statistics 

As with any business (or sport), miniature golf needs to make sense financially. Below we look at how mini-golf adds to the economy, how much it costs to set up, and what the future holds for the hobby/sport.

8. The miniature golf industry generates an estimated $1 billion annually, from 130 million participants

The total revenue generated by miniature golf courses is roughly $1 billion globally. Individual mini-golf operations can expect to generate around $100,000 annually.

It costs approximately $500,000 to start a miniature golf course, with a monthly expenditure of around $10 to 12,000. With these costs in mind, many course owners could make back what they invested within a couple of years (some of the quickest were in 18 months).

Miniature golf courses still have the potential to be lucrative. The mini-golf industry is an estimated $337-$450 million market in the U.S.

9. The miniature golf industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.7%

According to IBISWorld, the mini-golf industry’s market grew more than the U.S. economy in the last five years. It outgrew both the Consumer goods and Services sectors. Between 2017 and 2022, the mini-golf industry’s market grew at an average of 3.1%.

Market analysts suggest that the contributing factor to this increased market growth is increased “disposable” income, money that can be spent on leisure activities, over the last few years.

Many miniature golf establishments don’t offer mini-golf as the sole activity. Due to the rise and fall in popularity mini-golf experienced over the last 100 years, companies learned to diversify.

Many establishments include arcades, carousels, go-karts, bumper cars and boats, food and beverage outlets, and a plethora of other fun activities to diversify and tap into those markets.

10. The miniature golf industry employs around 6,722 people in the United States

There are roughly 1,010 companies within the miniature golf industry, and they employ 6,722 employees.

Of these companies, the most prominent is Putt-Putt LLS and Monster Mini Golf. However, there are many small business mini-golf courses that people establish as a leisure activity and not for tournament purposes. These mini-golf courses add to the market/industry.

11. Families with children contribute around 36% of miniature golf demographics

It’s no surprise that the biggest miniature golf lovers are families with children.

Before a new mini-golf course is erected, a market survey is usually conducted to determine the most likely participants. During one such survey, the analysts determined that around 36.9% of those frequenting the mini-golf course are families with children aged between 5 and 18 years.

However, mini-golf is not limited to this. Teenagers and young adults also use the facilities of their own accord. Another demographic which uses mini-golf courses is corporates for team building and meetings.

12. The Covid-19 pandemic greatly harmed the miniature golf industry

Although the miniature golf industry saw a market growth over the last five years, the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic were still felt by small businesses and larger ones alike.

Many businesses suffered from restrictions on gatherings, people’s movements, and the selling and consumption of various products, like food. In 2020, matters were worsened by the confusion created. Some states opened up their mini-golf courses, while others remained closed.

Some covid curbing initiatives include:

• Limiting the number of participants.
• Social distancing.
• Wearing masks.
• Sanitizing balls, clubs, and shared surfaces.

General Miniature Golf Statistics

Miniature golf is a varied pastime, with many people participating in it. Below we look at some random stats about the game of mini-golf.

13. The best achievement in miniature golf is 18 holes in 18 strokes

Also known as a perfect round in mini-golf. Over one thousand individuals (globally) have achieved this record while playing on Eternit surfaces during competitions. But fewer in the USA. Eternit surfaces are surfaces made of concrete mixed traditionally with asbestos but in recent years other materials.

Competitions held on felt, concrete, or open courses have not produced official “perfect rounds.” However, there are claims from Sweden of perfect rounds during unofficial games.

14. The Hawaiian rumble is reputed to be the most challenging miniature golf course

When it comes to bragging rights, South Carolina’s Hawaiian Rumble mini-golf course has plenty of reasons to “flex.” Based on the appearance of a true golf course, the Hawaiian Rumble features sand traps and bumps instead of fiberglass obstacles. Many pros agree that hole 16 is the most challenging.

Although not the only challenging mini-golf course, the Hawaiian Rumble hosts the annual Master’s (the apostrophe is important) Miniature Golf tournament. This competition lasts for three days and consists of twelve rounds.

According to Popular Mechanics, some additionally challenging mini-golf courses include:

• Aloha Falls Miniature Golf, Libertyville, Illinois
• Fantasia Gardens’ Fairways, Orlando, Florida
• Golf Gardens Miniature Golf, Catalina Island, California
• Hidden Valley, Lakeside, Texas
• Par-King, Lincolnshire, Illinois
• Traveler’s Quest Adventure Golf, Skokie, Illinois
• Urban Putt, San Francisco

15. A round of miniature golf lasts for between 30 minutes and 2 hours

How long is a piece of string? The duration of a game of 18 holes depends on many factors, including:

• Skill. Generally, you’ll play through the holes quicker as your skill improves.
• The number of players. The more people playing in your group, the longer it will take.
• The number of people on the course. Even if you’re quick, you may be stuck behind a slower group or chased along by a quicker one.
• Age of the players. Similar to skill, younger plays usually take longer to get through the holes.
• Reason for playing. If you’re spending time with family or friends, it’ll take longer than if you play a round with corporate partners.
• The type of mini-golf course you’re on. Some courses are longer (physically) and take a few extra minutes than shorter ones.

If you’re in a focused game with few other people involved, completing a course in 30 minutes shouldn’t be a problem. But, families with small children/big groups could take up to 2 hours to complete a course.

16. There are around 5000 miniature golf courses in the US today

After its initial boom up until the 1930s, where there were an estimated 25,000 miniature golf courses, mini-golf lost some momentum. There are an estimated 5,000 mini-golf courses across the USA in modern times. The game/sport itself remains, however, a popular one.

Mini-golf is just as popular in Europe. Germany alone has around 4000 courses.

17. Myrtle beach in South Carolina has the most miniature golf courses

The state’s very own Myrtle Beach is often dubbed the “mini-golf world capital,” and for a good reason too. This South Carolinian town boasts more than 50 miniature golf courses.

Myrtle Beach also observes a mini-golf season that lasts from 2 February (Groundhog day) until Thanksgiving. During these warmer months, the influx of beach-goers frequents these courses, bringing much-needed revenue, allowing course owners to expand their empires, adding more elaborate obstacles and decorations.

The total construction expenses of some courses in Myrtle Beach are estimated to stand in the millions of dollars. Most courses are adventure golf courses and are not competition-focused.

Some of the most popular Myrtle Beach courses include:

• Cancun Lagoon
• Captain Hook’s Adventure Golf
• Hawaiian Rumble Golf
• Mayday Golf
• Molten Mountain Miniature Golf
• Mt. Atlanticus Minotaur Goff
• Mutiny Bay Golf
• Sea Cap’n Cain

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed this deep dive into the fascinating world of miniature golf.

As you can see, it’s a sport with a long, storied history, and one with many fans throughout the world. If you’re feeling particularly inspired by these stats, maybe this is the year you decide to build your own custom mini golf course! We think that would be absolutely amazing.

How do you feel about the state of miniature golf? Is it in decline? Are you a big fan? Will you be taking your kids to play sometime soon? If you have an opinion on miniature golf, we’d love to hear it! Send us an email or tweet us with your thoughts.

Thanks so much for reading. Can’t wait to see you on the green!

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Over the past several years, OTT platform/streaming services have seen impressive growth around the globe while showing no signs of slowing down any time soon! This led to traditional TV networks becoming worried as they started struggling to compete with the quantity and quality of the OTT platform’s original content.

The increasing numbers of viewers choose to sign up for services and use their offers over the internet while ditching a cable subscription. With this in mind, let’s take a look at some of the most important figures from the OTT statistics.

Top 10 OTT Stats & Facts

• The global OTT market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 29.4% from 2020 to 2027.
• In 2023, China is predicted to reach $26 billion in OTT revenue.
• The smartphone segment will grow the highest CAGR during the 2020-2030 period based on device type.
• 72% of those surveyed could remember seeing a specific OTT ad campaign.
• The average consumer spends $8.53 per OTT service each month.
• In 2021, 78% of consumers in the US were using SVOD (subscription video-on-demand) service.
• By 2024, Video on Demand (VOD) sector is expected to grow to nearly $90 billion.
• An average millennial spends $18 monthly on online streaming services, such as Netflix.
• In 2020, time spent in video streaming apps hit almost 1 trillion hours.
• At the end of 2019, almost 25% of Netflix’s iPhone users in the US also used Disney+.

Global OTT Statistics and Market Trends

OTT is a somewhat new phenomenon, which means tremendous growth potential. With numerous companies entering the OTT area, a wide variety of options for consumers and amounts of ad inventory for marketers are presented.

Read on to find out the figures around this growing market.

1. During the 2020-2027 period, the global OTT market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 29.4%.

(Allied Market Research)

While, in 2019, the global market size was calculated to be worth $121.61 billion, it will reach $1,039.03 billion by 2027, according to some stats.

With the OTT market expected to witness creative and progressive transformation, consumers will be able to access everything they desire in a single space.

2. By 2026, the global OTT devices and services market is estimated to reach $217.5 billion.

(GlobeNewswire)

In 2020, in the middle of the pandemic crisis, this market was estimated at $77.1 billion, while by 2026, it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18.3%. Another segment analyzed is Video, which will reach $133.7 Billion, growing at a CAGR of 18.7%.

3. Speaking of the OTT Video segment, in 2022, its revenue will reach $205,565 million.

(Statista)

During the 2022-2026 period, this segment will grow at a CAGR of 9.72% and reach a market volume of $297,915 million. Globally speaking, in 2022, with $87,261 million, the US will generate the most revenue.

4. 3.08 billion people used the OTT video globally in 2021.

(Statista)

As per some OTT statistics, by 2026, this number is expected to grow more, reaching around 3.93 billion people worldwide. Moreover, in 2022, the average revenue per user in this segment will amount to $62.65.

5. By 2026, over-the-top media revenue will reach around $210 billion.

(Statista)

This would mean that, compared to $106 billion generated in 2020, the OTT media revenue would almost double. This will also show a continuous growth that the market started experiencing in 2010, growing exponentially from $6.1 billion to over ten times that amount in 2020.

6. Since the pandemic outburst, 46% of viewers are watching more online content.

(Allied Market Research)

The rise of OTT services is mainly attributed to the increasing adoption of online communications tools, owing to the proliferation of internet-based communication services available today.

As per another research, OTT consumption primetime has moved to 7 pm onwards instead of 10 pm–12 am before the pandemic started. What’s more, the 2027 estimation concerning OTT market size is estimated to be higher than pre-Covid-19 estimates.

7. In the first quarter of 2021, South America saw a 240% growth in time spent streaming.

(Conviva)

The second place belonged to Africa, with an increase of 149%, followed by Europe with a 122% increase over the one-year period. When it comes to more established streaming markets, North America and Asia had a significantly lower growth of 18% and 15%, respectively.

8. In 2021, big screens captured an 81% share in North America.

(Conviva)

However, in Asia, the big screen captured only 11% share of viewing time, while 84% went on mobile phones and desktops. With a 115% increase in 2020, SmartTVs experienced the most extensive expansion of time spent, followed by a 43% tablet increase.

9. In 2023, China is predicted to reach $26 billion in OTT revenue.

(Digital TV Europe)

During the 2017-2023 period, China is pitched to almost triple its revenues and account for 20% of its share of the world’s OTT revenue.

In comparison, the UK is projected to be the globe’s third OTT market with revenues of $6.8 billion in 2023, followed by Japan and Germany, at $5.3 billion and $3.8 billion, respectively.

10. OTT users typically enjoy their media on three different devices and across three OTT services.

(OpenX)

More than half of all Americans older than 18 use at least one online video service, while the average user streams more than two hours of content daily.

11. The smartphone segment will grow the highest CAGR during the 2020-2030 period based on device type.

(Mordor Intelligence)

Smartphones dominated the overall OTT market share in 2017 and 2019.

This segment is projected to stay strong in the future driven by increases in smartphone adoption rates and the growing demand for larger screen phones in developing countries.

While 1366.14 million units shipped in 2020, by 2026, the number is expected to reach 1556.67 million units in the smartphone market.

More Stats About OTT Services

The following stats should give you an even clearer idea of how the industry is doing globally. We will take a closer look at some of the habits of today’s consumers and the most popular devices and sectors within the industry.

12. OTT subscribers who are highly engaged complete 98% of all video ads.

(SG Analytics)

As per a study from 2021, due to this percentage of subscribers, over-the-top has a strong advertising advantage.

13. 72% of OTT users can remember seeing a specific OTT ad.

(OpenX)

If you’re going to advertise on OTT, you’re likely to reach a lot of potential customers.

Moreover, 66% of people have learned about a new product or company by watching a video ad on OTT, while 40% have even paused the content they were watching to go online and buy a product after seeing an OTT ad.

14. 65% of OTT users stated they wouldn’t mind watching ads.

(SG Analytics)

This percentage of respondents stated they were comfortable watching ads to reduce or eliminate subscription costs. Therefore, if they are to be given a choice for watching video streaming services, they would prefer ad-supported content.

47% of the clients in the US are watching at least one free ad-supported video streaming service, including The Roku Channel or Pluto TV.

15. People spend an average of $8.53 per OTT service monthly.

(Magnet Global)

The stats also show that people spend over 100 minutes on OTT apps daily. Moreover, the app usage was estimated to grow to a $120 billion industry by 2022 and $200 billion by 2024.

16. In 2021, 78% of consumers in the US were using SVOD (subscription video-on-demand) service.

(Statista)

This percentage represents an increase of over 25% in five years. Unsurprisingly, Netflix represents one of the most popular platforms, with the number of its US streaming subscribers passing the 70 million mark for the first time at the beginning of 2020.

17. By 2024, Video on Demand (VOD) sector is expected to grow to nearly $90 billion.

(Maz Systems)

This sector started booming in 2020, and it shows no signs of slowing down. This comes as no surprise since Disney + and Netflix are among the streaming services dominating traditional providers.

VOD and OTT overlap in most cases; however, OTT describes the video content delivered over the internet, while VOD describes the video content that can be played back on demand.

18. In 2021, Roku commanded a 37% share in North America.

(Uscreen)

Solely by the North American share, Roku managed to capture a 30% share of global big-screen viewing time, although the company only accounted for 8% share in Europe and 4% share in Africa, Asia, South America, and Oceania.

Since 2018, the Roku Store’s number of apps has grown 139%, including a 67% jump in the last quarter of 2019 alone.

19. By 2023, India is estimated to attain up to 500 million OTT users.

(Hindustan Times)

While there are 350 million users now, India will experience massive growth in OTT subscribers in a year. The most comprehensive OTT outlet, with 43 million subscribers in India, is Disney + Hotstar, followed by 5 million Netflix subscribers and Amazon Prime, with 17 million subscribers.

OTT User Demographics

In this section, we’ll try to examine some of the available demographic data concerning the over-the-top market. Keep reading if you want to find out how much an average millennial spends on Netflix or how many hours they spend on a streaming service.

20. An average millennial spends $18 monthly on online streaming services, such as Netflix.

(LendEDU)

In 2019, millennial OTT spending habits were quite different than those of other generations.

According to a survey, 26% of surveyed millennials stated they spend more on online streaming services every month than save for retirement. In comparison, another 26% don’t spend money on online streaming services each month.

21. Millennial OTT consumers spend 7.2 hours a day on their mobile phones.

(OpenX)

In comparison, GenX consumers spend 6 hours, while baby boomers spend only 4.2 hours a day. On average, OTT consumers spend more than 6 hours a day on their mobile phones while spending more than 2 hours of mobile video.

What’s more, nearly one-third of OTT consumers say screen size does not affect how much time they spend watching or what type of content they watch.

22. 67% of millennials in the US would rather pay than have ads on their music streaming service.

(Deloitte Insights)

There is more tolerance when it comes to streaming video since 48% of generation Z and 46% of millennials would rather pay to avoid ads on streaming video services.

23. 66% of people were intimidated when the content they wanted to watch was removed from service.

(Deloitte Insights)

Furthermore, 53% of respondents stated they were frustrated by having to subscribe to multiple services to access the content they wanted.

52% experience difficulties accessing content across so many services, while 49% of respondents were frustrated if a service doesn’t provide them with useful recommendations.

24. 52% of millennials have binge-watched TV.

(Statista)

Following millennials are baby boomers, with 46% of them having binge-watched a TV, while 44% and 42% go to Gen Z and Gen X consumers.

Another survey from 2020, found that in the US, 60% of 13- to 17-year-olds and 69% of adults between the ages of 18 and 29 binge-watched TV shows or films in a series in one sitting.

Thus, many young viewers prefer watching entire series at once, and some adults also engage in binge-viewing regularly.

25. 42% of Gen Z in Americans are likely to share a streaming service account with someone else.

(Ipsos)

In comparison, 40% of millennials would share their streaming service account.

Moreover, Gen Z and millennials also lead when it comes to using streaming services on a personal device, with 52% and 40% respectively.

Interesting Facts & Stats About OTT Streaming

The final section deals with some OTT-related statistics and facts we thought you might find entertaining, such as how many people streamed a 2021 Super Bowl or whether Netflix’s subscriber growth is slowing down?

26. In 2020, time spent in video streaming apps hit almost 1 trillion hours.

(Data.ai)

As per a report from 2021, in the first quarter of 2019, global mobile consumers streamed 146 billion hours on mobile devices, while, by the last quarter of 2020, that number rose almost 65%, standing at 240 billion. For 2020 alone, the increase was 40% to 935 billion hours.

27. In 2021, 5.7 million viewers streamed Super Bowl each minute.

(WOWZA)

This marked an increase of 65% in streaming spectators compared to 2020. This comes as no surprise since, due to the Covid-19, fewer fans were at the stadium, leading to the increasing number of people watching live from their homes.

28. The popularity of 5G will probably skyrocket the adoption of OTT platforms in the next several years.

(Maz Systems)

Nowadays, the high-speed internet represents one of the essential things in people’s lives, and with 5G connectivity, people will use more streaming videos with 4K resolution on mobile devices.

What’s more, 29% of consumers already stated they would pay a premium for 5G to retain better quality video and reduce buffering.

29. At the end of 2019, almost 25% of Netflix’s iPhone users in the US also used Disney+.

(Data.ai)

Not only does this show consumers are usually ready to pay for multiple services, but it also represents the highest overlap of users among leading video streaming apps in the US.

30. In the fourth quarter of 2021, Netflix added 8.3 million subscribers.

(Los Angeles Times)

Although this is a significant number, it still falls short of the initial forecast of 8.5 million. In 2021, the streamer added 18 million new subscribers, while in 2020, that number stood at 37 million.

31. YouTube has the highest reach and watch time of all ad-supported over-the-top (OTT) services.

(Think With Google)

YouTube reaches more viewers and keeps them watching longer, on average than any other ad-supported streaming TV service, according to a recent report by Comscore OTT Intelligence.

Related Questions

Does OTT continue to grow?

Yes, in 2019, the OTT industry’s value was $121.61 billion. Besides, since more viewers decide to cut the cord on cable, the industry will be worth $1.039 trillion by 2027.

What are the costs of building an OTT app?

The cost mainly depends on one’s requirements. If you are ready to give up $5,000, you will get an app with limited functionality, while aspiring to create an app similar to Hulu or Netflix will cost somewhere between $20,000-40,000.

What is the biggest OTT service in the US in terms of revenue?

According to stats from 2021, with 30.8% of all subscriptions belonging to them, Netflix takes up the first place as the biggest OTT service in the US in terms of revenue. With 25.9%, Disney takes up the high second place.

Conclusion 

It’s clear from these statistics that the future of television is in OTT.

As an increasing number of people have been deciding to cut the cord and move towards online-only media consumption, OTT services are presented with fantastic growth opportunities.

Due to COVID-19, OTT has also given a remarkable possibility for live streaming popular events like conferences, music festivals, concerts, and more that would have otherwise been canceled. With that said, we hope these OTT statistics will help you understand more the importance and greatness of this industry.

We know it’s a lot to take in, but we think it’s well worth the investment of your time. We know it’s hard to find all the information on a particular subject in one place, so we’re glad that we could put this together for you. We hope this information will inspire you to explore the world of OTT streaming even more!

If you have any questions or feedback about anything here, please reach out to us. If you liked this post, please share it with your friends and followers on social media.

Happy streaming!

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Every employer knows how costly employee turnover is and that it’s better to avoid it. Still, many people quit their jobs for numerous reasons.

Furthermore, some companies and industries have incredibly high turnover rates. Also, it’s important to mention that the coronavirus pandemic accelerated the rates of resigning.

Why does that happen? Both employers and workers would know about the main reasons people quit their jobs because that’s the key to employee satisfaction, engagement, and higher revenues.

We’ve compiled some eye-opening why employees quit statistics about top causes of leaving jobs, employee turnover, how to prevent employees from quitting, and other stats and facts regarding leaving jobs.

Key Statistics on Employees Quitting Jobs (Editor’s Pick)

• The computer game industry has a turnover rate of 15.5%.
• One in four employees around the world quit their jobs in 2021.
• Three in four UK survey respondents plan to quit their jobs in 2022.
• 4.5 million US workers left their jobs in November 2021.
• 66% of US workers would leave their job if they weren’t appreciated enough.
• 92% of employees would be less likely to quit if their bosses had more empathy.
• 43% of millennials think their company cares only about profits.
• There are 13 key signs that an employee is about to quit.
• Strong management transparency decreases the likelihood of employees leaving their jobs by 30%.

Global Why Employees Quit Statistics

1. Technology (software) is the industry with the highest turnover rate (13.2%).

(LinkedIn)

According to the great resignation 2021 statistics, people resigned in record numbers, especially in the software technology industry. Right after it, there are the retail and consumer products (13%), media and entertainment, and professional services industries (11.4%).

Employees in these industries most likely switch jobs due to increasing demand and compensation.

2. The computer game industry has the highest turnover rate in the tech industry (15.5%).

(LinkedIn)

The main reason for high turnover rates in the tech industry, especially in the gaming (15.5%), computer software (13.3%), and Internet industries (14.9%), is high demand. Employers and offers get more competitive, and people are more likely to switch jobs.

3. 67% of workers quit their jobs in India because of low salaries.

(Indian Express)

Apart from low salary, some of top reasons why employees quit jobs in India are limited career opportunities (66%), not being valued (65%), relationship with colleagues (64%), and inadequate pandemic health measures (64%).

4. Globally, one in four employees quit their job in 2021.

(CNBC)

Last year was incredibly hard both for companies and employees. Many people got fired, but one in four people voluntarily quit their jobs. In 2022, companies should consider investing in employee retention measures, especially for the groups that are more likely to leave.

5. Employees reported a 21% increase in burnout between December 2020 and July 2021.

(CNBC)

As overworked employees statistics point out, employees don’t only have problems with burnout. In fact, 17% reported an increase in physical symptoms of stress, such as fatigue or muscle tension.

Many also struggle with added work-life balance challenges and job stress in general. In addition to that, the meQuilibrium report reveals that the percentage of employees who believe their bosses support mental health declined by 10%.

6. 82% of survey respondents said they’d be more loyal if they had more flexible jobs.

(Flexjobs)

Job flexibility is undoubtedly one of the emerging trends. According to a survey of over 2,600 respondents, a staggering 76% of employees stated that they avoided offices even when important tasks were in question. The reasons why they were productive at home were:

• Fewer interruptions (76%) and distractions (75%).
• Minimal office politics (71%).
• No commuting (68%).
• A more comfortable environment (65%).

7. Japan will most likely have a shortage of 690,000 care workers by 2040 due to low pay.

(Reuters)

Unhappy employees statistics reveal that Japan’s hourly labor productivity stands at $47.9, roughly 60% of the US level. Job stitching isn’t very common in Japan, but due to the influence of the coronavirus pandemic and little or no increase in salary, many employees will have no choice but to do so.

8. According to a survey, three in four UK employees plan to quit their jobs in 2022.

(Independent)

Why employees quit statistics for the UK indicate that three in four survey respondents plan to leave their jobs this year. Many say that the main reasons for quitting are general career changes, along with better salary and more flexibility.

9. Only 1.7% of employees quit for job security reasons.

(Manila Recruitment)

It appears that the lack of security in the workplace isn’t what makes most employees leave, as less than 2% quit jobs because they don’t feel safe at work. Apart from that, 7.7% leave for more flexibility and 16.5% because of management.

10. Between 10% and 17% of low-wage jobs in Germany wouldn’t even exist at their current wage if employees had more information.

(Business Insider)

Statistics about why do hourly employees quit based on a study show that low-wage workers in Germany don’t know how much money they can make elsewhere. That also explains a quitting boom in the US. Apparently, workers have probably realized that they have better options in other companies and industries.

Why Employees Quit Statistics (US Specific)

11. 4.3 million Americans left their jobs in August 2021.

(Time)

More than four million Americans quit jobs in August last year because of burnout, side projects, poor treatment, and low wages. Data also shows that around 14 million younger workers (aged 20 to 34) weren’t considered a part of the US workforce in September 2021.

12. Resignation rates were the highest among mid-career workers during the great resignation.

(HBR)

Job change statistics from an analysis of over 4,000 companies point out that workers aged 30 to 45 had the highest increase in resignation rates during the great resignation. The reasons for that might be greater demand for skilled employees, delays in transitioning, or work overloads.

13. A shocking 4.5 million people voluntarily quit their jobs in November 2021.

(Aljazeera)

Why employees quit statistics for 2021 reveal that there was a record number of resignations in November, while job openings were historically high. Aside from hospitality and leisure, the retail industry lost the highest number of employees because of the coronavirus pandemic and its influence.

14. One million hospitality and leisure workers quit their jobs in November 2021.

(Business Insider)

In general, low-wage workers were the leading group who quit in November 2021. Nevertheless, it’s important to highlight that many Americans completely lost their jobs because their government relied on unemployment insurance.

15. 66% of US workers would quit their job if they didn’t feel appreciated.

(Work Stars)

As the study from Office Team reveals, 66% of the employees would quit if they felt unvalued. Moreover, eight in ten millennials would do the same if their leaders or colleagues didn’t appreciate them.

Key Statistics on Quitting Jobs and What Employers Can Do About It

16. 92% of employees would be less likely to quit if their bosses showed more empathy.

(BusinesSolver)

Even CEOs think showing empathy leads to better business outcomes (84% of CEOs think so), while 72% of employees claim it increases their motivation. On the contrary, only one in four employees claim that empathy is sufficient.

17. Women are more likely to change jobs than men, along with those aged 40 to 45.

(Globe Newswire)

Why employees quit statistics indicate that young workers aren’t the only ones who decide to quit. A worrying fact is that women are more likely to resign because gender parity in many industries is still very depressing.

18. In 2021, resignations in the healthcare industry increased by 3.6% compared to the year before.

(HBR)

Unfortunately, healthcare workers have experienced a tremendous increase in demand since the coronavirus pandemic. Therefore, employees are overworked and exhausted, and the pandemic isn’t over yet.

That’s why employers should take a data-driven approach and try to increase employee retention and make the lives of their healthcare workers easier.

19. 89% of bosses falsely believe their employees quit because they want higher salaries.

(Medium)

Although most employers think money is the main reason employees quit, it’s far from true. As employee turnover statistics show, only 12% decide to resign because they want a higher salary.

20. 50% of employees think work itself has become too stressful, which is another reason for resigning.

(CNBC)

Even if many companies prioritize mental health, employees still feel overwhelmed. Data suggests that half of the employees find work more stressful than before, while 57% felt stressed out on a daily basis during 2020.

21. 30% of employees would think about quitting if they were unhappy at work.

(Medium)

Numerous turnover statistics prove that employee satisfaction and happiness decrease turnover rate. Still, 79% of employees thought their bosses didn’t care about how happy they were at work.

We can conclude that managers and employers could easily influence their employees’ decision to quit but choose not to do so for some reason.

22. 43% of millennial survey respondents felt like their company cared only about profits.

(O.C. Tanner)

Data from a survey that includes more than 10,000 millennial workers worldwide, 39% of those who worked in only one company felt stuck in their current role, while 69% of those who changed more than ten organizations felt the same.

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23. 13 key behaviors are the signs that an employee wants to quit.

(SHRM)

Some of the behaviors that indicate that an employee is about to quit are:

• Decreased productivity
• Doing the bare minimum
• Leaving the office early more frequently
• No enthusiasm for the company’s mission
• A negative change in attitude

Of course, there are more of them (13 in total). Behavioral changes can reveal a worker’s intentions to leave, and if you notice at least a few, you should be concerned.

24. Strong management transparency in companies decreases the likelihood of workers leaving their jobs by 30%.

(Manila Recruitment)

Stats on employee retention point out that management transparency in companies plays a significant role in employee retention. For example, some estimates suggest that 30% of employees are more likely to stay with the company if its management transparency is strong.

25. The average age when people retire is 62.

(CNBC)

Retirement is another reason why employees leave their jobs. Some people voluntarily retire before the age of 62. For example, most millennials (those aged 25 to 40) usually plan to retire at the age of 59.

26. Only 12% of employees leave their jobs because of money.

(Learn.G2)

Almost 90% of employers think that employees leave their companies because they want more money. Interestingly, it’s not true. Only 12% of employees would leave a job solely for a higher salary.

Related Questions

What is the number 1 reason employees quit?

The lack of appreciation and recognition is one of the main reasons employees decide to change their jobs, as 66% of employees reported that they would quit if they didn’t feel appreciated.

Some other things that can make employees quit are bad managers, burnout, lack of flexible work options, poor mental health, unsuitable corporate culture, etc.

Why do young employees quit their jobs?

There are many reasons why so many people aren’t a part of the workforce anymore. Some of them are burnout, the influence of the coronavirus pandemic, low pages, and poor treatment. However, the main reasons seem to be the lack of career advancement and low wages.

In 2021, 12.1 million young people quit their jobs between June, July, and August. In addition, The US Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated that 14 million Americans were neither looking for work nor working.

How do managers feel when you quit?

It depends on your role and your company’s turnover rate. If you are new or don’t have a specific role in a company, you’ll probably be forgotten soon and replaced quickly. However, if your managers have plans for you or you were the one who did so many of their tasks, they’ll surely feel bad.

Also, many managers might feel rejected, especially those who think they do their job very well. Some of them might even be so frustrated that they would make your last days in the company as horrible as they possibly can.

How often do Americans change jobs?

Statista’s research from 2018 shows that 51% of Americans planned to change their jobs in the following one to five years. Since there isn’t any new data on this topic, this percentage may be even higher now.

The coronavirus pandemic has negat]ively influenced many industries and made the situation in companies worse. If we consider how many people quit their jobs in 2021, we can assume that job change in the US is more frequent than ever before.

Do bosses care if you quit?

Most bosses only care because it’s costly to replace an employee (it can cost up to $40,000). Therefore, many try to avoid it. Also, their reaction depends on how large the company is and how well an employee does their job.

If skilled employees quit, bosses will most certainly care about it. On the contrary, if an employee is really bad at their job, it’s always better to replace them.

When to leave a job for another job?

If you’re unhappy for whatever reason, you should consider quitting. It can be because of burnout (and a salary that doesn’t make you feel it’s worth it), poor management, or no chance for advancing your career. Since you spend around one-third of your life at work, you shouldn’t stay in companies that don’t value your work.

According to why employees quit statistics, the best time to leave a job is when you realize that your superiors don’t value you and that the situation at the workplace won’t change.

Conclusion

Times have changed, and company culture and work environment have become as crucial as a high salary. Also, since we have access to more information because of the Internet, it’s much easier to quit a job you don’t like and search for another one.

Employers need to understand that their workers are also human beings and need to feel appreciated. If they treat them well, employees will be more productive and less likely to leave, which can significantly increase the company’s revenues.

The influence of the worldwide pandemic is inevitable, so companies should invest more time in helping their employees avoid strain and burnout, especially in industries that are in high demand.

Getting your employees to feel valued and invested in the business is an important part of keeping them around. Make sure you’re treating all your employees as individuals and not just a number.

It’s also important to give them access to training, opportunities for growth and development, and even just listening to their ideas. When they leave an organization, they’re not just taking their skills with them; they’re also taking their knowledge, which can be invaluable to other companies down the road.

Don’t forget that a happy employee is a motivated employee. It’s up to you to make sure your employees are motivated in the first place, but if you do all this right, you’ll have fewer people quitting on you.

Well, that’s all we’ve got! Thanks for hanging with us through this very long article, and we hope it gave you a few ideas of ways to keep your employees happy and engaged.

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If you’re in the flower business, you need to know what your competitors are doing. You need to know how their sales are going and why. You need to know which flowers are hot and which ones aren’t. And you especially don’t want to be caught flat-footed when a major event comes around like Valentine’s Day or Mother’s day.

This blog post with the latest flower industry statistics is a great way to stay in the game. There’s no such thing as too much information in the flower industry—and if there is, we’ll make sure that’s covered too.

The flower industry is, unsurprisingly, an industry that sells flowers. As far as the industry goes, it’s pretty big, considering the fact that they’re subjected to seasonal fluctuations and are dependent on human psychology and aesthetics.

You might not know this but many countries, including the US, UK, and even China, rely on net importing their flowers. Let’s see who the major global importers and exporters are and just how much money is involved. We’ll also consider some fun flower industry statistics that will make you think twice about specific holidays.

Flower Industry Statistics

The flower industry is huge and for good reason. It is a multi-billion dollar industry worldwide. In addition, flowers have a positive impact on the economy as a whole. Flowers have been used in art, lifestyle, culture, and rituals for thousands of years. In antiquity, humans have been using flowers to beautify themselves and their surroundings.

Here you’ll discover the latest statistics, trends, facts, and figures about the flower industry.

1. The average annual global floricultural growth in the last 20 years is between 6% and 9%

Floriculture specializes in cut flowers, loose flowers, bulbs, cut greens, seeds, and landscape plants and is a specialized branch of horticulture.

In 2018 the top ten producing and exporting countries of floriculture were as follows:

• Netherlands (52%)
• Columbia (15%)
• Ecuador (9%)
• Kenya (7%)
• Belgium (3%)
• Ethiopia (2%)
• Malaysia, Italy, Germany, Israel (1%) 

2. The global cut flowers market is estimated to reach $41.1 billion by 2027

In 2020 the global cut flower market was approximately $29.2 billion. In the span of only seven years, the market is predicted to skyrocket a whopping 25%.

Roses alone are projected to have a 5.8% CAGR (compound annual growth rate), amounting to $14.3 billion alone.

3. The global orchid market is predicted to reach $7 million by 2027, up from $5 million in 2020

This might not seem like a lot compared to the other statistics in this list, but orchids play a vital role in human culture. Orchids are used in herbal medicines, cosmetics, and cooking.

In China, the continued use of orchids in medicines has been known to aid in snake bites and a cooling agent in stings. It has also been known to be used in herbal tonics for contraception and as an aphrodisiac.

The annual growth rate of orchids from this forecast is approximately 4.6% which is pretty significant. Compare that to other CAGRs, such as roses (5.8% CAGR ), which may be seen as being more popular, and you can tell.

4. The United States (US) flower market is worth approximately $7.9 billion

The USA led the world’s cut flower market back in 2020. The world’s second-largest economy (which is China) is only predicted to hit $8.5 billion in the cut flower industry by 2027.

This is due to Chinas CAGR, which in total is only 7.6% compared to that of the US industry rose CAGR, which is 5.8%.

However, China remains one of the fastest-growing markets in this sector.

5. There are about 33,000 florists in the US

If you have to take that number and divide it by how many states there are in the USA (50), you get a total of 660. That is not too many if you consider how big some states are.

Moreover, you will most likely get more florists in states or regions that are not able to grow vegetation that well (Western Arizona, Southern Nevada, Utah).

Then take into consideration that the approximate number of employees for the US floral industry is only 67,943. This means there are about two employees per flower shop if you have to divide the number of employees by the number of stores. That’s not too many at all.

Contemplate though how large in terms of billions of dollars ($7.9 approximately) this industry in the USA is.

6. Online flower shops in the United States gross an estimated $5 billion annually

If you have to consider that there are only about 1,100 online flower shops, you can imagine the revenue these companies are generating.

If we have to divide that revenue by the number of shops, the assumed “shared” revenue would be almost $1 million per shop per year.

That’s an incredible figure, not to mention this entire industry is run on approximately 3,500 individuals.

The two biggest companies that have the most market share for online flower sales are 1-800-Flowers.com and FTD Companies Inc.

7. Valentine’s Day Ranked Number 1 For Holiday Flower Purchases At 36% In The USA

Besides anniversaries and birthdays, holidays typically drive the floral industry. Valentine’s day ranks number one out of all holidays, including mother’s day and Christmas in the USA, capturing almost 40% of total sales.

You’ll be surprised to know that Halloween outranks boss’s day and father’s day on the list of total sales.

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8. The US imports over 78% of its flowers for Valentine’s Day

As you will see later, the majority of flowers that the US imports are from Columbia. Columbia exports a staggering 500 million tons of flowers for valentine’s day, and a large percentage of this goes to the USA.

9. 80% of florists’ romantic holiday sales are cut flowers.

You would think that most individuals would buy cut flowers for special occasions. However, a massive 20% account for uncut flowers in the USA.

Consider the millions of flowers that are given each year, and you might understand how much 20% were uncut and are sourced from gardens specifically.

10. In the US, tulips are the most popular cut flowers

Tulips are the #1 most sold cut flowers in the U.S. That’s according to both wholesale and retail businesses (yes, this DOES include online purchases). And that’s a lot of money: each year, sales revenue from tulip sales brings in $65.3 million.

But did you know that tulips actually have a long and fascinating history? Like did you know that they were once so popular that they caused one of the first speculative bubbles in history (dubbed “tulip mania”) in the 1600s? Or that originally, they could only be found in the wild in Southeast Europe and Central Asia?

With their long stems, delicate petals, and unique shape blooms, it’s no wonder people love tulips—they’re easy to care for and can be used as a decorative item all-around your home or apartment.

All in all, this shows that we’re a nation of tulip lovers!

11. Flowers are an incredibly lucrative business having 70% profit margins on average

In the cut-throat world of flower sales, florists enjoy surprisingly high-profit margins. Florists make 70% profit margins, meaning that for every dollar they spend on flowers and supplies, they get $1.70 back in return.

Think about it: who doesn’t love flowers? And although Valentine’s Day is the most popular holiday for flower sales, florists can make a killing year-round when they put their mind to it. Christmas, Mother’s Day, Easter, birthdays, graduations—there are plenty of occasions when people buy flowers.

12. Men spend an average of $95 on flowers, often giving more flowers than women

This statistic given by IMRA (International Mass Retailers Association) states women, on average, pay approximately $65 for flowers while men spend almost 30% more.

13. The average household spends $94.50 on flowers each year in the USA

If men spend approximately $95 and women spend $65 on flowers, then why is the average household’s total less?

In a family with two kids and a mother and father, the members are more likely to spend their income on more “relevant” items. This could include bills such as school fees, mortgages, etc.

14. 65% of Americans like to receive flowers

Besides this, 60% of all customers also believe that receiving or giving flowers has a special meaning. You can see this statistic at work due to 69% of all mother’s day gifts in 2018 being flowers.

Because of the large number of customers that like to receive flowers, customization and packaging are the elements that will likely drive growth and not the flowers themselves.

15. A floral designer’s median pay in the United States is $29,140 annually

The median wage for a floral designer in the USA is about $14.01 an hour. Median wage refers to the salary where half the labor force in that specific sector earned more, and the other half earned less.

16. A florist’s education level is typically a high school diploma or the equivalent.

You would understand that the level of education needed to become a floral designer is that of high school. All of the training required for competency is done “on the job” and is considered to be moderate in terms of difficulty.

17. Columbia and Ecuador provide the United States with 81% of its flowers.

Although the US industry of flower growers increased to 6,386 from 5,913 (that is almost 8%), they still consistently remain a net importer of flowers.

Some of their imported flowers from these regions include lilies, carnations, roses, orchids, tulips, and gerbera.

18. The pandemic led to a significant decrease in sales of flowers

Due to the fact that many shops (florists) were shut down due to the pandemic, the flower industry suffered severe losses in revenue. A major sector of the floral market revolves around weddings and funerals. These functions were to shut down due to the pandemic.

There was some recovery for the sector in 2021. However, it was still below pre-pandemic levels. Due to the pandemic, there will most likely be heightened revenue volatility until 2026, when the market is said to stabilize.

19. 40% of the world’s flower trade comes from the Netherlands

The Netherlands has been at the heart of the global cut flower trade for over 200 years. The Royal FloraHolland (an auction house in Aalsmeer) imports and then re-exports 40% of flowers from around the globe.

20. The Netherlands cut flower auction sales amount to €164 million monthly

In August 2021, after recovering from the pandemic, the auction house saw sales of this magnitude that it had not seen since measurements had started being collected in 2010.

In this month alone, the total sales volume was estimated at €463 million. Sales saw an increase in this month of approximately €30 million from the previous month, which is almost 20% increase.

21. The Netherlands floriculture market is expected to grow by 4.7% per year going forward

We discussed how the Netherlands imports and exports approximately 40% of the global flower trade. So why is their CAGR so low compared to China and the USA?

The pandemic brought havoc on the Aalsmeer auction house in 2020, plummeting sales by 21% during that respective period. Along with 320 bulb plants that were shut down between the periods between 2006 and 2016, the CAGR has suffered to a degree.

22. The European Union lost €1 billion in revenue on flower sales over six weeks of lockdown

Due to the downfall of the Royal FloraHolland auction house in the Netherlands in 2020 due to the pandemic, the EU flower market sales flatlined. Kenya also felt the impacts of this, as the Fair Trade foundation described the situation as a “humanitarian crisis.”

Since more than 100,000 flower farm workers in Kenya are paid low salaries, the impact of the EU losing almost €1 billion in 6 weeks, many flower farmers from Kenya were left vulnerable.

23. Roses have the largest market share in the Netherlands, accounting for 25% of the sales

Arend Roses and Majorland are some of the largest rose growers in the Netherlands. Different varieties of roses that are grown here include Pink Avalanche, Red Eagle, Red Naomi, and Avalanch+. The market share for roses in the Netherlands sits at about 25%.

It is only surpassed by a collection of most other flower types. It even beats nursery stocks (trees, ornamental plants, grass sod, foliage plants, etc.) and dominates Tulipa, gerbera, orchids, lilies, freesia, and chrysanthemum. All these other types of flowers hold approximately a 5% market share depending.

24. The Netherlands represents almost half of all carnation imports to Europe

The Netherlands is a big player in the world’s carnation market. It represented 47% of all imports to Europe.

In 2015 the estimated imports worth of carnations were €211 million in the European Union. It was approximated that the Netherlands directly imported carnations without auctioning at a value of €46 million. This is above the auction house’s turnover for importing carnations that hit €17 million.

25. UK sales of cut flowers and ornamental plants were estimated to be £1.3 billion in 2018

90% of these flowers for the UK are imported, with the most significant share coming from the Netherlands.

Consider that the music industry in the UK is estimated at around £2 billion, and you might be able to contemplate how big the UK flower industry is.

The fresh-cut flower and indoor plant industry account for £2.2 billion. Out of this £2.2 billion, 60% of it represents individuals actually purchasing flowers, not for others but rather themselves.

26. Besides the Netherlands, the UK imports its flowers from Kenya and Columbia

The share of flowers that the is imported to the UK from the Netherlands has always been around 75%. Kenya’s share is typically 10%, while Columbia is 14%.

However, due to the pandemic in 2020, the Netherlands share dropped to 60%, allowing Kenyas to rise to 25%. As discussed, this is due to the Netherlands seeing plummeting in their auction house.

Moreover, the rose imports from Kenya rose a staggering 51% in 2020. This is due to the fact that one of the biggest exports the Netherlands has is roses, and it could not be fulfilled.

27. The average person in the UK spends about £36 per year on flowers and plants for their home

The average person in the UK will spend £9 on cut flowers for every £1 of indoor plants. This could possibly be because many individuals in the UK have gardens. Thus they spend a lot more time outside.

Conclusion

That’s a wrap!

After all the numbers, we can’t help but feel this sense of awe for the flower industry. It’s been a part of human history for so long, and its impact on our lives is not just limited to romance and weddings. 

And this isn’t even mentioning how beautiful they are! I hope you enjoy looking at these stats as much as I did. What’s your favorite stat? Let me know!

If you want to get into the flower business, your best bet may be to start a retail floral shop. Floral shops make an average of $362,318 in annual revenue and with about 33,000 florist shops in the U.S., there should be plenty of opportunities for you to make a living doing what you love.

In the meantime, stay well and keep enjoying those beautiful flowers!

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