GITNUXREPORT 2025

Baking Industry Statistics

Global bakery market exceeds $300 billion, driven by health trends and online growth.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Approximately 58% of bread consumed in the U.S. is white bread

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Millennials make up nearly 50% of bakery product consumers in the US

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The average American consumes about 53 pounds of bread annually

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The most popular type of bread in the US is whole wheat, followed by white bread

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68% of bakery consumers prefer purchasing baked goods from local bakeries over large chains

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75% of bakeries in the US offer gluten-Free options

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The average age of bakery shop owners is 45 years old

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Gluten-free bakery products are most popular among consumers aged 25-40

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Nearly 65% of consumers consider bakery products a convenient snack option

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The average bakery product shelf life is approximately 3-7 days, depending on the product type

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The use of natural and organic ingredients in bakery products increased by 22% in 2022

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The percentage of gluten-free bakery product sales in the US reached 5% of total bakery sales in 2022

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The rise of keto diets has increased demand for low-carb bakery items by 30% in 2022

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statistics: Sugar reduction initiatives led to a 12% decrease in sugar content in bakery products in Europe between 2020-2022

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The majority of bakery products are now fortified with vitamins and minerals, increasing by 18% in 2022

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The rise of dietary restrictions has led to a 25% increase in demand for allergen-free bakery products in the last three years

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The use of probiotics in bakery products has increased by 14% over the past three years, indicating a trend towards functional foods

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The use of sustainable packaging in the bakery industry has increased by 25% over the last three years

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The use of sustainable ingredients such as heritage grains increased by 18% in bakery formulations in 2022

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85% of bakery owners believe sustainability will be a key differentiator in the next decade

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In 2023, ingredient costs for bakeries increased by an average of 12% compared to 2022, impacting profit margins

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The global bakery market was valued at approximately $300 billion in 2021

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The US baked goods market is projected to reach $44.7 billion by 2026

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Gluten-free bread sales in the US increased by 16% in 2021

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The organic bakery segment accounted for roughly 12% of the bakery market in 2022

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In 2020, the bakery industry in Europe was valued at approximately €100 billion

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The demand for artisanal bakery products grew by 18% in 2022

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The global gluten-free baked goods market was valued at $4.1 billion in 2022

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The average profit margin for small bakery businesses is approximately 5-8%

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The plant-based bakery segment increased by 20% in 2021

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The number of bakery startups increased by 12% in 2022

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The global demand for low-carb bakery products has grown by 25% since 2020

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In 2022, online bakery sales in the US grew by 40%

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The average size of a bakery in the US is around 1,200 square feet

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The demand for gluten-free baked products is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2022 to 2030

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The consumption of organic baked goods has increased by 10% annually over the past five years

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Frozen bakery products accounted for about 35% of the global bakery market in 2021

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China’s bakery market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2026

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The fastest-growing segment in the bakery industry is vegan baked goods, with a growth rate of 15% annually

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The largest bakery chain in the world is Subway with over 20,000 locations globally

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The bakery packaging market is valued at over $15 billion globally

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The global market for dairy-free baked goods is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9% from 2023 to 2030

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The number of bakeries in Japan has increased by 4% annually over the past five years

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Vegan and plant-based bakery products account for approximately 20% of new bakery product launches in 2022

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The proportion of gluten-free bakery products in supermarkets increased by 35% over the past five years

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The average revenue per bakery in the US is approximately $200,000 annually

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The use of ancient grains in bakery products grew by 15% in 2022

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The demand for premium and upscale bakery items increased by 10% in 2022

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The global craft bakery market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6% through 2027

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The average lifespan of a bakery owner in the US is around 12 years

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The global market for bakery enzymes is projected to reach $650 million by 2025

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The rise of online artisan bakeries has increased in the past five years, with 45% more startups online in 2023

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The market share of frozen bakery products in the US is about 35%, indicating strong consumer acceptance

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Bakery ingredient innovation saw a 22% increase in new product launches globally in 2022

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The gluten-free bakery market segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2030

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The top three bakery categories in sales are bread, cookies, and cakes, collectively representing over 70% of total bakery sales

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The rise of ethnic bakery products, such as Indian naan and Mexican conchas, increased by 15% in 2022

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The bakery industry in India is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% through 2028

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In 2022, the percentage of bakery products sold via supermarkets increased to 55%, showing a shift towards retail outlets

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The utilization of digital marketing for bakery promotions increased by 30% in 2022

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The number of gluten-free bakeries increased by 25% worldwide between 2019 and 2022

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The penetration of bakery services via mobile apps grew by 45% in 2022, reflecting rising consumer convenience preferences

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Key Highlights

The global bakery market was valued at approximately $300 billion in 2021
The US baked goods market is projected to reach $44.7 billion by 2026
Approximately 58% of bread consumed in the U.S. is white bread
Gluten-free bread sales in the US increased by 16% in 2021
Millennials make up nearly 50% of bakery product consumers in the US
The organic bakery segment accounted for roughly 12% of the bakery market in 2022
In 2020, the bakery industry in Europe was valued at approximately €100 billion
The average American consumes about 53 pounds of bread annually
The demand for artisanal bakery products grew by 18% in 2022
The most popular type of bread in the US is whole wheat, followed by white bread
68% of bakery consumers prefer purchasing baked goods from local bakeries over large chains
The global gluten-free baked goods market was valued at $4.1 billion in 2022
The average profit margin for small bakery businesses is approximately 5-8%

The baking industry is experiencing a flavorful transformation driven by health-conscious trends, technological advancements, and a booming global market valued at over $300 billion, as consumers increasingly favor organic, gluten-free, vegan, and artisanal baked goods.

Consumer Preferences & Demographics

Approximately 58% of bread consumed in the U.S. is white bread
Millennials make up nearly 50% of bakery product consumers in the US
The average American consumes about 53 pounds of bread annually
The most popular type of bread in the US is whole wheat, followed by white bread
68% of bakery consumers prefer purchasing baked goods from local bakeries over large chains
75% of bakeries in the US offer gluten-Free options
The average age of bakery shop owners is 45 years old
Gluten-free bakery products are most popular among consumers aged 25-40
Nearly 65% of consumers consider bakery products a convenient snack option
The average bakery product shelf life is approximately 3-7 days, depending on the product type

Consumer Preferences & Demographics Interpretation

Despite a rising wave of health-conscious and local bakery preferences, Americans' enduring love affair with white bread and a median bakery owner age of 45 suggest that tradition still holds a firm crust in the evolving landscape of bakery consumption.

Health & Wellness Trends

The use of natural and organic ingredients in bakery products increased by 22% in 2022
The percentage of gluten-free bakery product sales in the US reached 5% of total bakery sales in 2022
The rise of keto diets has increased demand for low-carb bakery items by 30% in 2022
statistics: Sugar reduction initiatives led to a 12% decrease in sugar content in bakery products in Europe between 2020-2022
The majority of bakery products are now fortified with vitamins and minerals, increasing by 18% in 2022
The rise of dietary restrictions has led to a 25% increase in demand for allergen-free bakery products in the last three years
The use of probiotics in bakery products has increased by 14% over the past three years, indicating a trend towards functional foods

Health & Wellness Trends Interpretation

As bakers increasingly blend health-conscious ingredients—from a 22% surge in organic use and a 25% rise in allergen-free options to a 14% boost in probiotics—the industry is baking in wellness and dietary diversity, proving that in today’s market, equality and health are not just dietary mandates but also the main ingredients for success.

Impact of Sustainability & Environmental Factors

The use of sustainable packaging in the bakery industry has increased by 25% over the last three years
The use of sustainable ingredients such as heritage grains increased by 18% in bakery formulations in 2022
85% of bakery owners believe sustainability will be a key differentiator in the next decade
In 2023, ingredient costs for bakeries increased by an average of 12% compared to 2022, impacting profit margins

Impact of Sustainability & Environmental Factors Interpretation

As bakers increasingly knead sustainability into their recipes and packaging—rising by double digits over three years—it's clear that tomorrow's differentiation hinges on eco-conscious choices, even as rising ingredient costs threaten to sour profit margins.

Market Size & Growth Trends

The global bakery market was valued at approximately $300 billion in 2021
The US baked goods market is projected to reach $44.7 billion by 2026
Gluten-free bread sales in the US increased by 16% in 2021
The organic bakery segment accounted for roughly 12% of the bakery market in 2022
In 2020, the bakery industry in Europe was valued at approximately €100 billion
The demand for artisanal bakery products grew by 18% in 2022
The global gluten-free baked goods market was valued at $4.1 billion in 2022
The average profit margin for small bakery businesses is approximately 5-8%
The plant-based bakery segment increased by 20% in 2021
The number of bakery startups increased by 12% in 2022
The global demand for low-carb bakery products has grown by 25% since 2020
In 2022, online bakery sales in the US grew by 40%
The average size of a bakery in the US is around 1,200 square feet
The demand for gluten-free baked products is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2022 to 2030
The consumption of organic baked goods has increased by 10% annually over the past five years
Frozen bakery products accounted for about 35% of the global bakery market in 2021
China’s bakery market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2026
The fastest-growing segment in the bakery industry is vegan baked goods, with a growth rate of 15% annually
The largest bakery chain in the world is Subway with over 20,000 locations globally
The bakery packaging market is valued at over $15 billion globally
The global market for dairy-free baked goods is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9% from 2023 to 2030
The number of bakeries in Japan has increased by 4% annually over the past five years
Vegan and plant-based bakery products account for approximately 20% of new bakery product launches in 2022
The proportion of gluten-free bakery products in supermarkets increased by 35% over the past five years
The average revenue per bakery in the US is approximately $200,000 annually
The use of ancient grains in bakery products grew by 15% in 2022
The demand for premium and upscale bakery items increased by 10% in 2022
The global craft bakery market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6% through 2027
The average lifespan of a bakery owner in the US is around 12 years
The global market for bakery enzymes is projected to reach $650 million by 2025
The rise of online artisan bakeries has increased in the past five years, with 45% more startups online in 2023
The market share of frozen bakery products in the US is about 35%, indicating strong consumer acceptance
Bakery ingredient innovation saw a 22% increase in new product launches globally in 2022
The gluten-free bakery market segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2030
The top three bakery categories in sales are bread, cookies, and cakes, collectively representing over 70% of total bakery sales
The rise of ethnic bakery products, such as Indian naan and Mexican conchas, increased by 15% in 2022
The bakery industry in India is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% through 2028
In 2022, the percentage of bakery products sold via supermarkets increased to 55%, showing a shift towards retail outlets
The utilization of digital marketing for bakery promotions increased by 30% in 2022
The number of gluten-free bakeries increased by 25% worldwide between 2019 and 2022

Market Size & Growth Trends Interpretation

With a $300 billion global footprint and rising trends in gluten-free, plant-based, and artisanal baked goods, the bakery industry proves that not only is it rising to the occasion—yet with slim margins and fierce innovation, it's clear that today's bakers must be both visionary chefs and savvy entrepreneurs to keep their ovens hot.

Technological Advancements & Industry Innovation

The penetration of bakery services via mobile apps grew by 45% in 2022, reflecting rising consumer convenience preferences

Technological Advancements & Industry Innovation Interpretation

The booming 45% surge in bakery app usage in 2022 suggests that even our croissants now prefer a digital order—proof that convenience rises as fast as our dough.