United States Wheelchair Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product (Manual and Electric), By Category Type (Adult and Pediatric), and United States Wheelchair Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United States Wheelchair Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The US Wheelchair Market Size Was Estimated at USD 1747.2 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 7.39% from 2025 to 2035
• The US Wheelchair Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 3827.9 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the United States Wheelchair Market is anticipated to reach USD 3827.9 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 7.39% from 2025 to 2035. The expansion of the United States wheelchair market is propelled by the increasing number of elderly individuals in need of long-term care and injuries from falls, accidents, and spinal cord problems.

Market Overview

A wheelchair is a type of wheeled sitting device used to help individuals who are unable to walk or who have trouble walking because of age, disease, injury, or disability. The US wheelchair sector is advancing rapidly with an ageing population and greater awareness of mobility options. The demand for both manual and motorised wheeled chairs is rising as the baby boomer generation ages and needs greater mobility support. Projects created by the US government to improve the accessibility and assistance provided to disabled persons also contribute to the demographic change. Customers may obtain safe and efficient mobility aids due to stricter laws and regulations, which causes the market to be structured around higher customer satisfaction. Wheelchair designs that are in more recent years show more innovation and place increased focus on comfort, utility, and aesthetics. Consumers are interested in technological innovations in production with intelligent features and lightweight materials. Electric wheelchairs are becoming more common as they have more intricate features like app-controlled or smart systems with longer battery life. This gives way for manufacturers to target younger consumers or tech-savvy clients in pursuit of trusted mobility solutions with unmatched functionality. The industry is changing when it comes to personalisation options.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United States wheelchair market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United States wheelchair market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United States wheelchair market.

Driving Factors

The growth of the United States wheelchair market is boosted by the ongoing development of technology and user customization capabilities in the United States. Manufacturers are employing advances in materials science, ergonomics, and assistive technologies to design wheelchairs that are more comfortable, functional, and allow for more independence. Manufacturers are propelling market expansion by leveraging these innovations to enhance the user experience, often allowing for greater customisation to customers' preferences and improved transportation support, such as folding and lighter weight alternatives. Market growth is further driven by the increased integration of smart technology and connectivity features into wheelchairs, creating new possibilities to enhance user engagement, navigation assistance, and remote monitoring.

Restraining Factors

The United States wheelchair market faces obstacles like the complicated nature of insurance coverage limits and the intricacies of healthcare financing. Even if the choices available to users increase through technology, some consumers may find barriers to being able to purchase modern wheelchair models due to limited access to insurance coverage, as well as economic constraints.

Market Segmentation

The United States wheelchair market share is classified into product and category type.

• The manual segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States wheelchair market is segmented by product into manual and electric. Among these, the manual segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The segment is driven as it is the most popular type of mobility assistive technology that provides critical help to seniors and the disabled. It is the cheapest and most beneficial way to maintain independence, so every day activities and family events can be attended without suffering from jockeying issues. This category of wheelchairs can be else-propelled or user-propelled.

• The adult segment held the highest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the category type, the United States wheelchair market is segmented into adult and pediatric. Among these, the adult segment held the highest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is propelled by the aging population, and mobility-related problem exposure is increasing. The growing senior parts of population will see an increasing exposure to chronic conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, arthritis, and other lifestyle chronic diseases, which will assist market growth. Wheelchairs and other personal mobility devices are primarily marketed towards older adults.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United States wheelchair market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Quantum Rehab
• Pride Mobility Products Corp
• Numotion
• Sunrise Medical
• Medline Industries
• Graham - Field Health Products
• Drive Medical
• Carex Health Brands
• Invacare
• GF Health Products, Inc.
• Others

Recent Development

• In September 2023, General Motors' Cruise unveiled a wheelchair-accessible robotaxi based on its Origin driverless vehicle, designed to accommodate consumers with disabilities. The Cruise WAV, lacking a steering wheel and pedals, offers passenger-facing seating arrangements.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the United States, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United States wheelchair market based on the following segments:

United States Wheelchair Market, By Product

• Manual
• Electric

United States Wheelchair Market, By Category Type

• Adult
• Pediatric