GITNUXREPORT 2025

Laundry Statistics

Global laundry market grows with eco-friendly, smart, and efficient appliances worldwide.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik Linder

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

First published: April 29, 2025

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Key Statistics

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The average commercial laundry facility washes approximately 1 million pounds of linen annually

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The average duration of a commercial laundry cycle is around 30 minutes

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Commercial laundry services constitute about 15% of total laundry market revenue, with hospital, hotel, and industrial sectors being major users

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Approximately 85% of laundry consumers prefer washing machines with energy-saving features

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The average American household does laundry around 300 times per year

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Use of HE (High Efficiency) washers has increased by 70% in North America since 2015

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The average cycle time for washing machines is approximately 45 minutes

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Approximately 80% of laundry detergents sold worldwide are liquid

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About 60% of consumers prefer eco-friendly laundry detergents

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Only about 30% of people use fabric softeners regularly

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The average lifespan of a washing machine is about 11 years

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Nearly 65% of global households use washing machines, a significant increase from 45% in 2010

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The average temperature setting for laundry wash cycles is around 60°C (140°F)

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The use of eco-friendly laundry pods increased by 45% in North America during 2022

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Approximately 30% of consumers wash their towels at least weekly

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About 70% of consumers do laundry at least once a week

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The demand for portable washing machines increased by 60% during the pandemic in 2020

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Approximately 15% of laundry loads are considered to be improperly separated based on colorfastness and fabric type, leading to damage

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Over 90% of laundry detergents contain multiple chemical ingredients that may cause allergic reactions, according to dermatology studies

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The average household washes clothes approximately 260 times annually

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The percentage of laundry loads that are pre-treated with stain remover is about 35%

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About 40% of consumers are unaware of the environmental impact of their laundry habits

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The average cost of energy used per wash cycle in a standard machine is approximately $0.20

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In the US, over 60% of laundromat customers prefer coin-operated machines over card payment options

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The average footprint of a household laundry room is about 20 square feet in urban homes

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The average user spends about $350 annually on laundry-related products, including detergent, softeners, and accessories

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About 20% of consumers check the environmental certifications of laundry products before purchase

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The average load size for most washing machines is about 7 to 8 pounds

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Laundry instruction labels recommend washing at 30°C (86°F) for most clothes to save energy

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The average household laundry load consumes about 40 gallons of water

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Up to 75% of household energy consumption related to laundry comes from water heating

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Cold water washing can save up to 90% of energy compared to hot water washing

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Front-loading washing machines are associated with 40% less water consumption compared to top-loading machines

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The energy consumption of an average washing machine in standby mode is less than 2 watts

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The average water use per residential laundry cycle decreased by 20% after the adoption of high-efficiency washers

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Approximately 90% of laundry businesses use environmentally friendly practices, including water recycling and eco-friendly detergents

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Each year, about 25 million tons of textile waste are generated from discarded clothes, impacting laundry waste management

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Over 40% of laundry machines sold are now energy star certified for efficiency

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The global laundry appliances market was valued at approximately $50 billion in 2020

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The global dry cleaning market was valued at over $9 billion in 2021

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The laundry detergent market was valued at over $40 billion globally in 2021

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The market for laundry appliance parts is expected to reach $4.2 billion globally by 2025

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The global commercial laundry machinery market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2022 to 2030

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Approximately 25% of households in developing countries do not have access to reliable washing facilities

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The average cost for a professional dry cleaning service per garment in the US is about $5.50

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Over 150 million laundry-related products are sold annually in the United States alone

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The global market for laundry fragrance products was valued at $1.3 billion in 2021

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The global market for laundry sanitizers is expected to reach $540 million by 2027

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The use of laundry robots and automation is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.5% from 2022 to 2030

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The global market for eco-friendly laundry detergents reached $12 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 8.1%

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The global fabric softener market is projected to reach $5.2 billion by 2027

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The number of laundry detergent brands available globally exceeds 1,200, offering various formulations

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The market for advanced laundry sorting and design systems is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% from 2023 to 2030

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The COVID-19 pandemic increased demand for home laundry equipment by approximately 25%, as more people stayed home

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The global demand for biodegradable laundry products is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10% through 2030

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The invention of the modern washing machine dates back to the mid-19th century, with the first patent filed in 1851

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Newer laundry machines include smart technology, with over 50% of machines sold in 2022 having Wi-Fi connectivity

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Key Highlights

  • The global laundry appliances market was valued at approximately $50 billion in 2020
  • Approximately 85% of laundry consumers prefer washing machines with energy-saving features
  • The average American household does laundry around 300 times per year
  • The global dry cleaning market was valued at over $9 billion in 2021
  • The average household laundry load consumes about 40 gallons of water
  • Use of HE (High Efficiency) washers has increased by 70% in North America since 2015
  • The average cycle time for washing machines is approximately 45 minutes
  • Approximately 80% of laundry detergents sold worldwide are liquid
  • The laundry detergent market was valued at over $40 billion globally in 2021
  • About 60% of consumers prefer eco-friendly laundry detergents
  • The average commercial laundry facility washes approximately 1 million pounds of linen annually
  • Up to 75% of household energy consumption related to laundry comes from water heating
  • The market for laundry appliance parts is expected to reach $4.2 billion globally by 2025

Did you know that while the global laundry market is valued at over $50 billion and continues to grow, nearly 60% of consumers still prefer eco-friendly and energy-efficient solutions in their laundry routines?

Commercial and Industrial Laundry Markets

  • The average commercial laundry facility washes approximately 1 million pounds of linen annually
  • The average duration of a commercial laundry cycle is around 30 minutes
  • Commercial laundry services constitute about 15% of total laundry market revenue, with hospital, hotel, and industrial sectors being major users

Commercial and Industrial Laundry Markets Interpretation

With a staggering one million pounds of linen annually cleaned and a 30-minute cycle, commercial laundries are quietly laundering their way to a hefty 15% of the market, proving that when it comes to clean, they're truly in a league of their own—especially in hospitals, hotels, and industry.

Consumer Behavior and Preferences

  • Approximately 85% of laundry consumers prefer washing machines with energy-saving features
  • The average American household does laundry around 300 times per year
  • Use of HE (High Efficiency) washers has increased by 70% in North America since 2015
  • The average cycle time for washing machines is approximately 45 minutes
  • Approximately 80% of laundry detergents sold worldwide are liquid
  • About 60% of consumers prefer eco-friendly laundry detergents
  • Only about 30% of people use fabric softeners regularly
  • The average lifespan of a washing machine is about 11 years
  • Nearly 65% of global households use washing machines, a significant increase from 45% in 2010
  • The average temperature setting for laundry wash cycles is around 60°C (140°F)
  • The use of eco-friendly laundry pods increased by 45% in North America during 2022
  • Approximately 30% of consumers wash their towels at least weekly
  • About 70% of consumers do laundry at least once a week
  • The demand for portable washing machines increased by 60% during the pandemic in 2020
  • Approximately 15% of laundry loads are considered to be improperly separated based on colorfastness and fabric type, leading to damage
  • Over 90% of laundry detergents contain multiple chemical ingredients that may cause allergic reactions, according to dermatology studies
  • The average household washes clothes approximately 260 times annually
  • The percentage of laundry loads that are pre-treated with stain remover is about 35%
  • About 40% of consumers are unaware of the environmental impact of their laundry habits
  • The average cost of energy used per wash cycle in a standard machine is approximately $0.20
  • In the US, over 60% of laundromat customers prefer coin-operated machines over card payment options
  • The average footprint of a household laundry room is about 20 square feet in urban homes
  • The average user spends about $350 annually on laundry-related products, including detergent, softeners, and accessories
  • About 20% of consumers check the environmental certifications of laundry products before purchase
  • The average load size for most washing machines is about 7 to 8 pounds
  • Laundry instruction labels recommend washing at 30°C (86°F) for most clothes to save energy

Consumer Behavior and Preferences Interpretation

With approximately 85% of consumers favoring energy-saving washers and nearly 70% doing laundry weekly, it's clear that while many are invested in sustainability and routine, over 90% of detergents still harbor potentially allergenic chemicals—proving that in laundry, as in life, it's often the balance between innovation and awareness that really stains the fabric of good habits.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability

  • The average household laundry load consumes about 40 gallons of water
  • Up to 75% of household energy consumption related to laundry comes from water heating
  • Cold water washing can save up to 90% of energy compared to hot water washing
  • Front-loading washing machines are associated with 40% less water consumption compared to top-loading machines
  • The energy consumption of an average washing machine in standby mode is less than 2 watts
  • The average water use per residential laundry cycle decreased by 20% after the adoption of high-efficiency washers
  • Approximately 90% of laundry businesses use environmentally friendly practices, including water recycling and eco-friendly detergents
  • Each year, about 25 million tons of textile waste are generated from discarded clothes, impacting laundry waste management
  • Over 40% of laundry machines sold are now energy star certified for efficiency

Environmental Impact and Sustainability Interpretation

As households embrace eco-friendly appliances and water-efficient practices, our laundry routines are gradually becoming a drip in the ocean of sustainability, highlighting that even the chore of washing can contribute to a cleaner planet if we wash wisely.

Market Size and Value Trends

  • The global laundry appliances market was valued at approximately $50 billion in 2020
  • The global dry cleaning market was valued at over $9 billion in 2021
  • The laundry detergent market was valued at over $40 billion globally in 2021
  • The market for laundry appliance parts is expected to reach $4.2 billion globally by 2025
  • The global commercial laundry machinery market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2022 to 2030
  • Approximately 25% of households in developing countries do not have access to reliable washing facilities
  • The average cost for a professional dry cleaning service per garment in the US is about $5.50
  • Over 150 million laundry-related products are sold annually in the United States alone
  • The global market for laundry fragrance products was valued at $1.3 billion in 2021
  • The global market for laundry sanitizers is expected to reach $540 million by 2027
  • The use of laundry robots and automation is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.5% from 2022 to 2030
  • The global market for eco-friendly laundry detergents reached $12 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 8.1%
  • The global fabric softener market is projected to reach $5.2 billion by 2027
  • The number of laundry detergent brands available globally exceeds 1,200, offering various formulations
  • The market for advanced laundry sorting and design systems is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% from 2023 to 2030
  • The COVID-19 pandemic increased demand for home laundry equipment by approximately 25%, as more people stayed home
  • The global demand for biodegradable laundry products is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10% through 2030

Market Size and Value Trends Interpretation

With over a hundred billion dollars washing through the laundry industry—from high-tech robots to eco-friendly detergents—it's clear that clean is not only next to godliness but also a booming global enterprise that's spinning faster than ever.

Technological Advancements and Innovations

  • The invention of the modern washing machine dates back to the mid-19th century, with the first patent filed in 1851
  • Newer laundry machines include smart technology, with over 50% of machines sold in 2022 having Wi-Fi connectivity

Technological Advancements and Innovations Interpretation

From the clatter of the first patent in 1851 to over half of 2022’s machines boasting Wi-Fi, laundry technology has spun a modern tale of innovation—and perhaps a signal that even our dirty laundry now prefers a smart response.

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