Wheelchair Market Size

Wheelchair Market size was over USD 5.64 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 14.44 billion by 2037, witnessing around 7.5% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2037. In the year 2025, the industry size of wheelchair is assessed at USD 5.98 billion. 

The growth of the market can be attributed to the increasing occurrence of spinal cord injuries, along with the increasing prevalence of physical disability in children. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Centre, every year in the US, around 17,700 new spinal cord injuries occur, with vehicular crashes being the leading cause of injury. The wheelchair is a highly used assistive device for providing and facilitating personal mobility. It satisfies the lifestyle and physical needs of people who have difficulty in walking.

Global wheelchair market trends such as, the technological advancements in wheelchair designs in the form of the installation of Bluetooth, electrical, and others are expected to drive future sales for the market. Moreover, the wheelchairs are ideal for users with no upper body strength. Therefore, the older generations are expected to suffer from mobility disorders with growing age, which is anticipated to increase the demand for wheelchairs. According to World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations, globally around 131 million of the total population requires a wheelchair, while only around 21 million individuals get access.