Carpets and rugs market in the United States

Earlier Report Observations

The US carpets and rugs market experienced a contraction in physical volume from 1 018.0 M m² in 2018 to 958.4 M m² in 2020. Initial support came from a strong housing market and high consumer spending on home improvement in 2018. However, volatility in raw material costs due to supply chain disruptions began to pressure production costs by 2019. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 further strained manufacturing and distribution through government-imposed lockdowns, although increased consumer focus on home comfort during this period provided some demand-side cushion.

A sharp rebound occurred in 2021, with market volume surging to 1 146.8 M m². This growth was driven by the launch of new product lines focusing on sustainability and performance, such as Mohawk Industries' SmartStrand collection, alongside a broader industry emphasis on decarbonization and waste diversion. By 2022, the market value stabilized at $12 496 M US, supported by the expansion of manufacturing facilities like Shaw Industries' luxury vinyl tile plant and sustained consumer demand for durable, stain-resistant carpets.

Industry developments in 2023 and 2024 included the introduction of eco-friendly carpet backing products and plans by manufacturers like Oriental Weavers to launch new sustainable and washable rug collections. These moves highlighted ongoing trends towards greater customization and personalized design options, reflecting persistent consumer interest in home décor and environmental responsibility.

Production carpets and rugs in the United States

In kind, 2017-2020, M m²

Carpet and rug production in the United States has declined for the third year in a row. In 2020, production volume reached 627.6 million square meters, marking a significant 15.0% drop from 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production fell by 25.3%, which translates to an annualized decline rate of 9.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in the United States in kind, 2017-2020, M m²

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

The value of carpet and rug production in the United States has decreased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 8,137 million US dollars, representing a 6.1% reduction compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, production declined by 18.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in the United States in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports carpets and rugs from the United States

Exports in kind, M m²

The volume of carpet and rug exports from the United States has fallen for the third year running. In 2020, exports totaled 59.4 million square meters, showing a substantial 23.3% decrease from 2019. From 2017 to 2020, exports dropped by 29.7%, with an annualized decline rate of 11.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the United States in kind, 2017-2020, M m²

Between 2017 and 2020, Canada and Mexico were the primary destinations for US carpet and rug exports in volume terms, together accounting for 80.2% of total flows, while the remaining share was distributed among other markets.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from the United States in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

The value of carpet and rug exports from the United States has declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 770 million US dollars, which is 15.3% lower than the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 22.9%, with an annualized rate of 8.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the United States in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Canada, Mexico, and Australia were the leading destinations for US carpet and rug exports in value terms. Canada accounted for 64.0% of exports, Mexico for 12.1%, and Australia for 2.6%, collectively making up 78.6% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from the United States in value, 2017-2020

Imports carpets and rugs to the United States

Imports in kind, M m²

The volume of carpet and rug imports into the United States has increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, imports reached 390.2 million square meters, reflecting a 15.2% rise compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 36%, with an annualized increase rate of 10.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the United States in kind, 2017-2020, M m²

Between 2017 and 2020, Turkey, China, and India were the top contributors to US carpet and rug imports in volume terms. Turkey accounted for 27.9% of imports, China for 25.1%, and India for 22.2%, together representing 75.3% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to the United States in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

In 2020, the United States imported carpets and rugs valued at 3,096 million US dollars, indicating a 1.4% increase from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports rose by 6.6%, with an annualized growth rate of 2.2%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 3,256 million US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 6.2% drop, while the largest increase was in 2018 with a 12.1% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the United States in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

From 2017 to 2020, India, Turkey, and China consistently served as the main sources for US carpet and rug imports in value terms. India accounted for 31.0% of imports, Turkey for 22.5%, and China for 19.3%, collectively comprising 72.8% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to the United States in value, 2017-2020