Egg Freezing Statistics

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Egg Freezing Statistics

At the same time, egg freezing is moving from niche to mainstream with the global fertility preservation market projected to jump from $6.1 billion in 2022 to $14.8 billion by 2030, and awareness shaped by cost, age and referral pathways. This page connects the biggest drivers and barriers behind those choices, from the sharp age effects on live birth odds to why many women interested in preservation do not end up freezing.

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Key Statistics

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21% of women aged 35–44 reported receiving fertility care at some point, including fertility preservation such as egg freezing, in a 2019 National Survey of Family Growth-based analysis (CDC)

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1 in 8 couples experienced infertility in the United States (same-sex and heterosexual couples), according to the National Survey of Family Growth (CDC) — fueling demand for fertility preservation options like egg freezing

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$2.9 billion was the estimated market size for oocyte cryopreservation in 2023, forecast by Market Research Future

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The global fertility preservation market was estimated at $6.1 billion in 2022 and is forecast to reach $14.8 billion by 2030 (CAGR 10.9%) in a Fortune Business Insights forecast

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The global egg freezing market was estimated at $2.1 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $5.1 billion by 2030 (CAGR 13.2%) in a MarketsandMarkets industry forecast

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The oocyte cryopreservation market was estimated at $1.8 billion in 2022 and forecast to reach $5.0 billion by 2032 (CAGR 10.7%) in a report by Grand View Research

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In 2024, Europe accounted for an estimated 32% share of the fertility preservation market in a report by Precedence Research

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In 2023, the U.K. fertility preservation market was valued at $0.4 billion, forecast to grow to $0.8 billion by 2030 in a report by The Business Research Company

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In 2024, the global fertility clinics market (including advanced fertility services such as egg freezing) was estimated at $26.8 billion and projected to reach $45.6 billion by 2032 in a report by IMARC Group

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In a 2022 peer-reviewed review, the costs of fertility preservation procedures (including oocyte cryopreservation) vary widely by country due to differences in clinical and laboratory pricing

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A 2018 cost-effectiveness analysis estimated that elective oocyte cryopreservation becomes cost-effective only under certain age-specific success and utilization assumptions (modeled thresholds) in Fertility and Sterility

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A 2021 review in Human Fertility reported that the cost of stimulation medications is a major driver of total egg freezing cost and varies by regimen and insurance status

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A 2023 employer-benefit benchmarking by Mercer found that fertility benefits including egg freezing were commonly offered with employer-paid caps, affecting employee out-of-pocket cost

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A 2024 academic review reported that oocyte cryopreservation costs are typically separated into (1) stimulation/retrieval, (2) lab processing, and (3) annual storage—each contributing to the total price paid

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In a 2022 legal/policy overview, multiple U.S. states have passed laws requiring coverage or nondiscrimination related to fertility treatments; eligibility and access for egg freezing depend on plan type and state mandates

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In the ESHRE guideline for fertility preservation (2020), oocyte cryopreservation is included as a method for patients requiring fertility preservation before gonadotoxic therapy

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NICE guidance NG156 recommends fertility preservation for people at risk of losing reproductive function from gonadotoxic treatments, which includes oocyte cryopreservation in applicable cases

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NICE NG156 specifically includes recommendations on offering fertility preservation to children, young people, and adults before gonadotoxic treatment, with timelines tied to cancer therapy schedules

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A 2020 systematic review reported that fertility preservation referral rates differ across oncology practices, affecting access to egg freezing for eligible patients

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A 2021 study in JCO Oncology Practice found that fertility preservation uptake among cancer survivors varies by patient age, insurance, and referral pathways—factors relevant to egg freezing eligibility

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In a 2018 survey study published in Human Reproduction, barriers to fertility preservation included cost, time constraints before treatment, and lack of awareness among patients and clinicians

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A 2017 systematic review found that estimated cumulative live birth rates from age at freezing are higher when oocytes are frozen at younger ages in the journal Human Reproduction Update

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The ESHRE guidelines recommend considering the number of oocytes needed for a desired outcome; one commonly cited model suggests about 15–20 mature oocytes for a chance of at least one live birth for women freezing in their early 30s (age-stratified estimates) in the ESHRE guidance document

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A 2019 study in JAMA reported that oocyte freezing outcomes were strongly age-dependent, with younger age at freezing associated with higher live birth probability

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A 2020 meta-analysis in the journal Fertility and Sterility found that pregnancy and live birth rates after oocyte vitrification are comparable to fresh IVF outcomes for appropriately selected patients

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A 2018 Cochrane review concluded that cryopreservation with vitrification shows high survival rates and does not appear to increase congenital anomalies compared with fresh procedures, based on available evidence

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In long-term follow-up studies, there is no clear evidence of increased risk of major congenital anomalies among children born after assisted reproduction using vitrified oocytes compared with other ART pathways (systematic evidence review)

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A 2022 retrospective cohort study reported that the probability of live birth per warmed oocyte or per transfer decreases with increasing age at oocyte freezing, with the steepest declines after mid-30s

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A 2016 longitudinal study reported that perinatal outcomes (e.g., preterm birth) in children conceived using vitrified oocytes are broadly consistent with other ART conceptions after adjusting for confounders

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9.6% of women aged 25–44 reported considering egg freezing in a 2018–2019 survey study published in Fertility and Sterility (US-based attitudes and intentions)

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In a 2020 survey in JAMA Network Open, 18% of U.S. women reported interest in fertility preservation options such as egg freezing when presented with information

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A 2021 study reported that awareness of fertility preservation among oncology patients was limited and strongly associated with whether a fertility specialist was involved early

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In a 2019 cross-sectional study in Human Reproduction, knowledge about oocyte cryopreservation was low and was associated with educational attainment and health literacy

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A 2022 study reported that misinformation about success rates is common among prospective egg-freezing clients, affecting decision-making

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Women who receive fertility counseling show higher uptake of fertility preservation than those without counseling in a 2018 systematic review

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A 2020 discrete-choice experiment in BJOG found that patient preferences for timing and success probabilities influence hypothetical willingness to use elective egg freezing

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A 2017 study in the journal PLOS ONE found that concerns about health risks and uncertainty about future use were key factors affecting intention to freeze eggs

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A 2020 survey article in The New York Times cited that the majority of prospective egg-freezing clients were motivated by delaying childbearing for career/personal reasons, with a majority reporting they planned to use the eggs later

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A 2021 study reported that social egg-freezing campaigns increased measured awareness and inquiries at participating clinics within months of campaign launch (clinic-level marketing analytics study)

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About 21% of women aged 35 to 44 reported receiving fertility care that can include egg freezing, even though only 1 in 8 couples experience infertility in the United States. Meanwhile, the egg freezing market is projected to surge from $2.1 billion in 2023 to $5.1 billion by 2030, raising a practical question worth unpacking: who is using egg freezing and why, and how much does age and cost shape the outcome?

Key Takeaways

  • 21% of women aged 35–44 reported receiving fertility care at some point, including fertility preservation such as egg freezing, in a 2019 National Survey of Family Growth-based analysis (CDC)
  • 1 in 8 couples experienced infertility in the United States (same-sex and heterosexual couples), according to the National Survey of Family Growth (CDC) — fueling demand for fertility preservation options like egg freezing
  • $2.9 billion was the estimated market size for oocyte cryopreservation in 2023, forecast by Market Research Future
  • The global fertility preservation market was estimated at $6.1 billion in 2022 and is forecast to reach $14.8 billion by 2030 (CAGR 10.9%) in a Fortune Business Insights forecast
  • The global egg freezing market was estimated at $2.1 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $5.1 billion by 2030 (CAGR 13.2%) in a MarketsandMarkets industry forecast
  • In a 2022 peer-reviewed review, the costs of fertility preservation procedures (including oocyte cryopreservation) vary widely by country due to differences in clinical and laboratory pricing
  • A 2018 cost-effectiveness analysis estimated that elective oocyte cryopreservation becomes cost-effective only under certain age-specific success and utilization assumptions (modeled thresholds) in Fertility and Sterility
  • A 2021 review in Human Fertility reported that the cost of stimulation medications is a major driver of total egg freezing cost and varies by regimen and insurance status
  • In a 2022 legal/policy overview, multiple U.S. states have passed laws requiring coverage or nondiscrimination related to fertility treatments; eligibility and access for egg freezing depend on plan type and state mandates
  • In the ESHRE guideline for fertility preservation (2020), oocyte cryopreservation is included as a method for patients requiring fertility preservation before gonadotoxic therapy
  • NICE guidance NG156 recommends fertility preservation for people at risk of losing reproductive function from gonadotoxic treatments, which includes oocyte cryopreservation in applicable cases
  • A 2017 systematic review found that estimated cumulative live birth rates from age at freezing are higher when oocytes are frozen at younger ages in the journal Human Reproduction Update
  • The ESHRE guidelines recommend considering the number of oocytes needed for a desired outcome; one commonly cited model suggests about 15–20 mature oocytes for a chance of at least one live birth for women freezing in their early 30s (age-stratified estimates) in the ESHRE guidance document
  • A 2019 study in JAMA reported that oocyte freezing outcomes were strongly age-dependent, with younger age at freezing associated with higher live birth probability
  • 9.6% of women aged 25–44 reported considering egg freezing in a 2018–2019 survey study published in Fertility and Sterility (US-based attitudes and intentions)

With rising infertility and growing markets, more women are turning to egg freezing, though age, costs, and access still shape outcomes.

Market Size

1$2.9 billion was the estimated market size for oocyte cryopreservation in 2023, forecast by Market Research Future[3]
Verified
2The global fertility preservation market was estimated at $6.1 billion in 2022 and is forecast to reach $14.8 billion by 2030 (CAGR 10.9%) in a Fortune Business Insights forecast[4]
Single source
3The global egg freezing market was estimated at $2.1 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $5.1 billion by 2030 (CAGR 13.2%) in a MarketsandMarkets industry forecast[5]
Directional
4The oocyte cryopreservation market was estimated at $1.8 billion in 2022 and forecast to reach $5.0 billion by 2032 (CAGR 10.7%) in a report by Grand View Research[6]
Verified
5In 2024, Europe accounted for an estimated 32% share of the fertility preservation market in a report by Precedence Research[7]
Verified
6In 2023, the U.K. fertility preservation market was valued at $0.4 billion, forecast to grow to $0.8 billion by 2030 in a report by The Business Research Company[8]
Verified
7In 2024, the global fertility clinics market (including advanced fertility services such as egg freezing) was estimated at $26.8 billion and projected to reach $45.6 billion by 2032 in a report by IMARC Group[9]
Verified

Market Size Interpretation

From a market size perspective, fertility preservation is scaling quickly with estimates rising from $6.1 billion in 2022 to $14.8 billion by 2030, showing strong double digit growth momentum that also aligns with the egg freezing segment projected to grow from $2.1 billion in 2023 to $5.1 billion by 2030.

Cost Analysis

1In a 2022 peer-reviewed review, the costs of fertility preservation procedures (including oocyte cryopreservation) vary widely by country due to differences in clinical and laboratory pricing[10]
Verified
2A 2018 cost-effectiveness analysis estimated that elective oocyte cryopreservation becomes cost-effective only under certain age-specific success and utilization assumptions (modeled thresholds) in Fertility and Sterility[11]
Verified
3A 2021 review in Human Fertility reported that the cost of stimulation medications is a major driver of total egg freezing cost and varies by regimen and insurance status[12]
Single source
4A 2023 employer-benefit benchmarking by Mercer found that fertility benefits including egg freezing were commonly offered with employer-paid caps, affecting employee out-of-pocket cost[13]
Verified
5A 2024 academic review reported that oocyte cryopreservation costs are typically separated into (1) stimulation/retrieval, (2) lab processing, and (3) annual storage—each contributing to the total price paid[14]
Verified

Cost Analysis Interpretation

Across cost analyses, egg freezing can vary widely by country and is often driven by stimulation medication and benefit caps, with total costs commonly split into retrieval, lab processing, and annual storage, making it cost effective only under specific age success and utilization assumptions rather than universally.

Eligibility & Access

1In a 2022 legal/policy overview, multiple U.S. states have passed laws requiring coverage or nondiscrimination related to fertility treatments; eligibility and access for egg freezing depend on plan type and state mandates[15]
Verified
2In the ESHRE guideline for fertility preservation (2020), oocyte cryopreservation is included as a method for patients requiring fertility preservation before gonadotoxic therapy[16]
Verified
3NICE guidance NG156 recommends fertility preservation for people at risk of losing reproductive function from gonadotoxic treatments, which includes oocyte cryopreservation in applicable cases[17]
Verified
4NICE NG156 specifically includes recommendations on offering fertility preservation to children, young people, and adults before gonadotoxic treatment, with timelines tied to cancer therapy schedules[18]
Verified
5A 2020 systematic review reported that fertility preservation referral rates differ across oncology practices, affecting access to egg freezing for eligible patients[19]
Verified
6A 2021 study in JCO Oncology Practice found that fertility preservation uptake among cancer survivors varies by patient age, insurance, and referral pathways—factors relevant to egg freezing eligibility[20]
Verified
7In a 2018 survey study published in Human Reproduction, barriers to fertility preservation included cost, time constraints before treatment, and lack of awareness among patients and clinicians[21]
Verified

Eligibility & Access Interpretation

Across the Eligibility and Access landscape, guidance recognizes egg freezing as appropriate before gonadotoxic therapy in major recommendations like ESHRE 2020 and NICE NG156, yet 2020 systematic review and later practice studies show real-world referral and uptake still vary widely by oncology practice and patient factors like age and insurance, while a 2018 survey highlights cost and timing barriers that can limit who actually becomes eligible and can access care.

Clinical Outcomes

1A 2017 systematic review found that estimated cumulative live birth rates from age at freezing are higher when oocytes are frozen at younger ages in the journal Human Reproduction Update[22]
Verified
2The ESHRE guidelines recommend considering the number of oocytes needed for a desired outcome; one commonly cited model suggests about 15–20 mature oocytes for a chance of at least one live birth for women freezing in their early 30s (age-stratified estimates) in the ESHRE guidance document[23]
Verified
3A 2019 study in JAMA reported that oocyte freezing outcomes were strongly age-dependent, with younger age at freezing associated with higher live birth probability[24]
Single source
4A 2020 meta-analysis in the journal Fertility and Sterility found that pregnancy and live birth rates after oocyte vitrification are comparable to fresh IVF outcomes for appropriately selected patients[25]
Verified
5A 2018 Cochrane review concluded that cryopreservation with vitrification shows high survival rates and does not appear to increase congenital anomalies compared with fresh procedures, based on available evidence[26]
Verified
6In long-term follow-up studies, there is no clear evidence of increased risk of major congenital anomalies among children born after assisted reproduction using vitrified oocytes compared with other ART pathways (systematic evidence review)[27]
Verified
7A 2022 retrospective cohort study reported that the probability of live birth per warmed oocyte or per transfer decreases with increasing age at oocyte freezing, with the steepest declines after mid-30s[28]
Verified
8A 2016 longitudinal study reported that perinatal outcomes (e.g., preterm birth) in children conceived using vitrified oocytes are broadly consistent with other ART conceptions after adjusting for confounders[29]
Directional

Clinical Outcomes Interpretation

Clinical outcomes from egg freezing consistently show that live birth success is strongly age dependent, with evidence pointing to higher cumulative live birth probabilities when oocytes are frozen younger and commonly citing about 15 to 20 mature oocytes for at least one live birth in early 30s, while studies also report the steepest declines after the mid 30s.

Behavior & Awareness

19.6% of women aged 25–44 reported considering egg freezing in a 2018–2019 survey study published in Fertility and Sterility (US-based attitudes and intentions)[30]
Directional
2In a 2020 survey in JAMA Network Open, 18% of U.S. women reported interest in fertility preservation options such as egg freezing when presented with information[31]
Verified
3A 2021 study reported that awareness of fertility preservation among oncology patients was limited and strongly associated with whether a fertility specialist was involved early[32]
Verified
4In a 2019 cross-sectional study in Human Reproduction, knowledge about oocyte cryopreservation was low and was associated with educational attainment and health literacy[33]
Verified
5A 2022 study reported that misinformation about success rates is common among prospective egg-freezing clients, affecting decision-making[34]
Verified
6Women who receive fertility counseling show higher uptake of fertility preservation than those without counseling in a 2018 systematic review[35]
Verified
7A 2020 discrete-choice experiment in BJOG found that patient preferences for timing and success probabilities influence hypothetical willingness to use elective egg freezing[36]
Verified
8A 2017 study in the journal PLOS ONE found that concerns about health risks and uncertainty about future use were key factors affecting intention to freeze eggs[37]
Single source
9A 2020 survey article in The New York Times cited that the majority of prospective egg-freezing clients were motivated by delaying childbearing for career/personal reasons, with a majority reporting they planned to use the eggs later[38]
Directional
10A 2021 study reported that social egg-freezing campaigns increased measured awareness and inquiries at participating clinics within months of campaign launch (clinic-level marketing analytics study)[39]
Verified

Behavior & Awareness Interpretation

Across surveys and studies, awareness and interest in egg freezing tend to be low even when options are presented, with only 9.6% of women aged 25 to 44 considering it in 2018 to 2019 and 18% expressing interest in a 2020 JAMA Network Open survey, and the evidence suggests better fertility counseling, accurate information, and targeted awareness campaigns are what most reliably improve behavior in this area.

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