GITNUXREPORT 2026

Snow Plow Industry Statistics

The global snow plow industry is growing steadily as climate change increases demand.

Alexander Schmidt

Research Analyst specializing in technology and digital transformation trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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U.S. snow plow industry employs 250,000 workers seasonally.

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Average snow plow operator salary is $48,500 annually in U.S. 2023.

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15,000 full-time manufacturing jobs in snow plow production.

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Canada snow removal workforce totals 45,000 during peak winter.

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28% of operators are women, up from 15% in 2010.

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Training programs certify 12,000 new operators yearly.

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Dealer network employs 8,500 sales staff across North America.

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Mechanic roles for snow plows number 5,200 in U.S. municipalities.

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Seasonal hires peak at 180,000 in January across U.S. and Canada.

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Average tenure for operators is 8.5 years per industry survey.

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42% of workforce aged 45+ due to experienced labor shortage.

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Apprenticeship programs trained 2,100 in 2023 for plows.

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Unionized operators represent 35% of municipal snow plow staff.

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Remote monitoring jobs grew 25% with telematics adoption.

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Engineer roles in R&D total 1,200 across top firms.

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GPS-enabled snow plows feature 45% adoption rate in new sales 2023.

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Average snow plow blade width increased to 11 feet in 2023 models from 10 feet in 2020.

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72% of new snow plows sold in 2023 have polyurethane cutting edges for durability.

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Electric snow plow prototypes tested, with battery life up to 8 hours in 2023 trials.

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Wing plow hydraulic systems operate at 3,000 PSI average in modern equipment.

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55% of snow plows now integrate LED lighting with 20,000 lumen output standard.

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Telematics systems in snow plows track 95% route efficiency in 2023 fleets.

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Carbon steel replaced by high-strength steel in 68% of plow blades for 30% weight reduction.

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Auto-angling technology in 40% of 2023 snow plows reduces operator fatigue by 25%.

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Snow plow vibration dampening systems reduce cab noise to 75 dB in new models.

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82% of commercial plows use wireless controls introduced post-2020.

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Laser-guided plow height adjustment precise to 0.5 inches in advanced 2023 tech.

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Reversible fan snow blowers integrated in 15% of hybrid plow units 2023.

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3D-printed plow components cut manufacturing time by 40% in prototypes.

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IoT sensors in plows predict maintenance with 92% accuracy in 2023 data.

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Average snow plow weight reduced to 1,200 lbs with composite materials in 2023.

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The U.S. snow plow market was valued at $1.2 billion in 2023, with a projected CAGR of 4.8% through 2030 driven by increasing winter precipitation events.

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Global snow removal equipment market size reached $4.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow to $6.7 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 6.1%.

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North American snow plow industry generated $850 million in revenue in 2021, forecasted to increase by 5.3% annually until 2026.

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The commercial snow plow segment accounted for 62% of the total market share in 2023 globally.

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U.S. residential snow plow market grew by 7.2% YoY in 2022, reaching $320 million in sales.

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European snow plow market expanded to €1.1 billion in 2023, with a projected growth rate of 4.5% CAGR to 2030.

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Snow plow attachment market size was $950 million worldwide in 2022, expected to hit $1.4 billion by 2029.

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Canadian snow plow industry market value stood at CAD 450 million in 2023, growing at 5.7% CAGR.

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Hydraulic snow plow segment dominated with 55% market share in 2023 due to efficiency in heavy snow.

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Asia-Pacific snow plow market is projected to grow fastest at 7.8% CAGR from 2024-2030, reaching $500 million.

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U.S. municipal snow plow fleet market valued at $600 million in 2023, up 6% from previous year.

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Global snow plow market CAGR averaged 5.4% from 2018-2023, driven by climate change impacts.

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Snow plow market in Midwest U.S. reached $400 million in 2022, with 8% growth projected.

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V-plow segment market size grew to $280 million globally in 2023 at 6.2% CAGR.

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Total snow plow equipment market in 2023 was $2.8 billion worldwide, per industry reports.

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Northeast U.S. accounts for 45% of North American snow plow deployments.

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Midwest states represent 32% of U.S. snow plow fleet registrations in 2023.

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Canada’s Ontario province has 28% of national snow plow vehicles.

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Rocky Mountain region U.S. snow plows number 15,000 units, 12% of total.

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Europe’s Scandinavia countries hold 55% of EU snow plow market share.

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New York State operates 2,500 snow plows, highest per capita in U.S.

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Quebec, Canada, snow plow density at 1 per 10 km of highway.

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Great Lakes U.S. cities average 150 plows per metro area in winter.

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Russia’s Siberia region deploys 40% of national snow plows.

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Pacific Northwest U.S. snow plows grew 18% in 2023 due to storms.

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Germany’s Bavaria state has 5,200 snow plows for alpine roads.

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Alaska U.S. operates 1,800 heavy-duty snow plows statewide.

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Northern Plains U.S. (ND, SD, MN) 22% of national plow sales.

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UK Scotland highlands require 1,100 snow plows annually.

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U.S. plow density highest in Vermont at 1 per 15 miles of road.

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Japan’s Hokkaido island uses 2,000 snow plows for heavy snow.

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85% of snow plow accidents occur in first 2 hours of storm onset.

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Snow plow operators average 120 hours of training before deployment.

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12% reduction in accidents with amber LED lights on plows 2023.

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Average snow plow speed limit enforced at 25 mph during operations.

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67% of plow strikes involve rear-end collisions by trailing vehicles.

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Pre-wetting roads with brine reduces plow passes by 30% safely.

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Operator fatigue causes 22% of snow plow incidents per NIOSH data.

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Guardrail-mounted delineators on plows prevent 40% of side-swipes.

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Annual snow plow safety audits cover 95% of municipal fleets.

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3-point harness use in cabs reduced injuries by 50% since 2015.

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Ice melt chemical exposure incidents dropped 18% with PPE mandates.

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Snow plow blade height sensors prevent 75% of undercarriage damage.

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Night operations account for 60% of plow-related fatalities.

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Chain usage on tires improves traction, reducing slips by 35%.

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U.S. snow plow sales revenue hit $1.5 billion in 2023 for OEMs like Douglas Dynamics.

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Western Products brand generated $450 million in snow plow sales in 2022.

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Boss Snowplow division reported $320 million revenue in FY2023.

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Fisher Engineering snow plow sales reached $280 million in 2023.

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Alamo Group SnowMax plows sold for $150 million in North America 2022.

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Meyer Products snow plow revenue was $210 million in 2023 season.

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U.S. aftermarket snow plow parts sales totaled $550 million in 2023.

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Commercial truck snow plow sales volume was 45,000 units in 2023, generating $900 million.

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ATV/UTV snow plow sales reached 120,000 units in U.S. 2023, $180 million revenue.

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Municipal snow plow contracts revenue averaged $2.5 million per large city in 2023.

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Snow plow dealer network sales in Canada hit CAD 300 million in 2023.

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Blade snow plow sales dominated with 70% of $1.1 billion U.S. market in 2022.

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Hydraulic wing plow sales revenue was $350 million globally in 2023.

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Residential push plow sales generated $95 million in U.S. 2023.

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Top 5 snow plow manufacturers held 75% of $2.2 billion sales in 2023.

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Snow plow sales in Northeast U.S. reached $650 million in 2023 winter season.

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65% of snow plow market revenue comes from attachments in 2023, totaling $1.8 billion.

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As the world shivers through increasingly severe winters, the snow plow industry is heating up with a projected global market value soaring past $6.7 billion by 2028, fueled by a dynamic mix of technological innovation, shifting climate patterns, and robust regional demand.

Key Takeaways

The U.S. snow plow market was valued at $1.2 billion in 2023, with a projected CAGR of 4.8% through 2030 driven by increasing winter precipitation events.
Global snow removal equipment market size reached $4.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow to $6.7 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 6.1%.
North American snow plow industry generated $850 million in revenue in 2021, forecasted to increase by 5.3% annually until 2026.
U.S. snow plow sales revenue hit $1.5 billion in 2023 for OEMs like Douglas Dynamics.
Western Products brand generated $450 million in snow plow sales in 2022.
Boss Snowplow division reported $320 million revenue in FY2023.
GPS-enabled snow plows feature 45% adoption rate in new sales 2023.
Average snow plow blade width increased to 11 feet in 2023 models from 10 feet in 2020.
72% of new snow plows sold in 2023 have polyurethane cutting edges for durability.
Northeast U.S. accounts for 45% of North American snow plow deployments.
Midwest states represent 32% of U.S. snow plow fleet registrations in 2023.
Canada’s Ontario province has 28% of national snow plow vehicles.
85% of snow plow accidents occur in first 2 hours of storm onset.
Snow plow operators average 120 hours of training before deployment.
12% reduction in accidents with amber LED lights on plows 2023.

The global snow plow industry is growing steadily as climate change increases demand.

Employment and Workforce

U.S. snow plow industry employs 250,000 workers seasonally.
Average snow plow operator salary is $48,500 annually in U.S. 2023.
15,000 full-time manufacturing jobs in snow plow production.
Canada snow removal workforce totals 45,000 during peak winter.
28% of operators are women, up from 15% in 2010.
Training programs certify 12,000 new operators yearly.
Dealer network employs 8,500 sales staff across North America.
Mechanic roles for snow plows number 5,200 in U.S. municipalities.
Seasonal hires peak at 180,000 in January across U.S. and Canada.
Average tenure for operators is 8.5 years per industry survey.
42% of workforce aged 45+ due to experienced labor shortage.
Apprenticeship programs trained 2,100 in 2023 for plows.
Unionized operators represent 35% of municipal snow plow staff.
Remote monitoring jobs grew 25% with telematics adoption.
Engineer roles in R&D total 1,200 across top firms.

Employment and Workforce Interpretation

With a frosty labor shortage threatening to leave us stuck, the snow plow industry is diligently shoveling its way toward a more modern, equitable, and permanently staffed future.

Equipment and Technology

GPS-enabled snow plows feature 45% adoption rate in new sales 2023.
Average snow plow blade width increased to 11 feet in 2023 models from 10 feet in 2020.
72% of new snow plows sold in 2023 have polyurethane cutting edges for durability.
Electric snow plow prototypes tested, with battery life up to 8 hours in 2023 trials.
Wing plow hydraulic systems operate at 3,000 PSI average in modern equipment.
55% of snow plows now integrate LED lighting with 20,000 lumen output standard.
Telematics systems in snow plows track 95% route efficiency in 2023 fleets.
Carbon steel replaced by high-strength steel in 68% of plow blades for 30% weight reduction.
Auto-angling technology in 40% of 2023 snow plows reduces operator fatigue by 25%.
Snow plow vibration dampening systems reduce cab noise to 75 dB in new models.
82% of commercial plows use wireless controls introduced post-2020.
Laser-guided plow height adjustment precise to 0.5 inches in advanced 2023 tech.
Reversible fan snow blowers integrated in 15% of hybrid plow units 2023.
3D-printed plow components cut manufacturing time by 40% in prototypes.
IoT sensors in plows predict maintenance with 92% accuracy in 2023 data.
Average snow plow weight reduced to 1,200 lbs with composite materials in 2023.

Equipment and Technology Interpretation

Snow plows are getting smarter and lighter, swapping steel for tech to clear your driveway with the quiet precision of a surgeon and the data-driven route of a caffeine-fueled Uber driver.

Market Size and Growth

The U.S. snow plow market was valued at $1.2 billion in 2023, with a projected CAGR of 4.8% through 2030 driven by increasing winter precipitation events.
Global snow removal equipment market size reached $4.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow to $6.7 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 6.1%.
North American snow plow industry generated $850 million in revenue in 2021, forecasted to increase by 5.3% annually until 2026.
The commercial snow plow segment accounted for 62% of the total market share in 2023 globally.
U.S. residential snow plow market grew by 7.2% YoY in 2022, reaching $320 million in sales.
European snow plow market expanded to €1.1 billion in 2023, with a projected growth rate of 4.5% CAGR to 2030.
Snow plow attachment market size was $950 million worldwide in 2022, expected to hit $1.4 billion by 2029.
Canadian snow plow industry market value stood at CAD 450 million in 2023, growing at 5.7% CAGR.
Hydraulic snow plow segment dominated with 55% market share in 2023 due to efficiency in heavy snow.
Asia-Pacific snow plow market is projected to grow fastest at 7.8% CAGR from 2024-2030, reaching $500 million.
U.S. municipal snow plow fleet market valued at $600 million in 2023, up 6% from previous year.
Global snow plow market CAGR averaged 5.4% from 2018-2023, driven by climate change impacts.
Snow plow market in Midwest U.S. reached $400 million in 2022, with 8% growth projected.
V-plow segment market size grew to $280 million globally in 2023 at 6.2% CAGR.
Total snow plow equipment market in 2023 was $2.8 billion worldwide, per industry reports.

Market Size and Growth Interpretation

It seems, with grim irony, that as our winters grow more furious, our primary response is to meticulously measure the booming business of scraping their consequences off our driveways.

Regional Distribution

Northeast U.S. accounts for 45% of North American snow plow deployments.
Midwest states represent 32% of U.S. snow plow fleet registrations in 2023.
Canada’s Ontario province has 28% of national snow plow vehicles.
Rocky Mountain region U.S. snow plows number 15,000 units, 12% of total.
Europe’s Scandinavia countries hold 55% of EU snow plow market share.
New York State operates 2,500 snow plows, highest per capita in U.S.
Quebec, Canada, snow plow density at 1 per 10 km of highway.
Great Lakes U.S. cities average 150 plows per metro area in winter.
Russia’s Siberia region deploys 40% of national snow plows.
Pacific Northwest U.S. snow plows grew 18% in 2023 due to storms.
Germany’s Bavaria state has 5,200 snow plows for alpine roads.
Alaska U.S. operates 1,800 heavy-duty snow plows statewide.
Northern Plains U.S. (ND, SD, MN) 22% of national plow sales.
UK Scotland highlands require 1,100 snow plows annually.
U.S. plow density highest in Vermont at 1 per 15 miles of road.
Japan’s Hokkaido island uses 2,000 snow plows for heavy snow.

Regional Distribution Interpretation

It seems the world's snowplows are strategically clustered in a global alliance to protect the planet from winter's tyranny, with the Northeast U.S. and Scandinavia as command centers, New York and Vermont as tactical outposts, and Siberia and Hokkaido as frozen frontline fortresses.

Safety and Operations

85% of snow plow accidents occur in first 2 hours of storm onset.
Snow plow operators average 120 hours of training before deployment.
12% reduction in accidents with amber LED lights on plows 2023.
Average snow plow speed limit enforced at 25 mph during operations.
67% of plow strikes involve rear-end collisions by trailing vehicles.
Pre-wetting roads with brine reduces plow passes by 30% safely.
Operator fatigue causes 22% of snow plow incidents per NIOSH data.
Guardrail-mounted delineators on plows prevent 40% of side-swipes.
Annual snow plow safety audits cover 95% of municipal fleets.
3-point harness use in cabs reduced injuries by 50% since 2015.
Ice melt chemical exposure incidents dropped 18% with PPE mandates.
Snow plow blade height sensors prevent 75% of undercarriage damage.
Night operations account for 60% of plow-related fatalities.
Chain usage on tires improves traction, reducing slips by 35%.

Safety and Operations Interpretation

Despite rigorous training and high-tech safety upgrades, the most dangerous element in snow plowing remains the combination of impatient drivers and the first frantic hours of a storm, where haste and fatigue create a predictable yet preventable chaos.

Sales and Revenue

U.S. snow plow sales revenue hit $1.5 billion in 2023 for OEMs like Douglas Dynamics.
Western Products brand generated $450 million in snow plow sales in 2022.
Boss Snowplow division reported $320 million revenue in FY2023.
Fisher Engineering snow plow sales reached $280 million in 2023.
Alamo Group SnowMax plows sold for $150 million in North America 2022.
Meyer Products snow plow revenue was $210 million in 2023 season.
U.S. aftermarket snow plow parts sales totaled $550 million in 2023.
Commercial truck snow plow sales volume was 45,000 units in 2023, generating $900 million.
ATV/UTV snow plow sales reached 120,000 units in U.S. 2023, $180 million revenue.
Municipal snow plow contracts revenue averaged $2.5 million per large city in 2023.
Snow plow dealer network sales in Canada hit CAD 300 million in 2023.
Blade snow plow sales dominated with 70% of $1.1 billion U.S. market in 2022.
Hydraulic wing plow sales revenue was $350 million globally in 2023.
Residential push plow sales generated $95 million in U.S. 2023.
Top 5 snow plow manufacturers held 75% of $2.2 billion sales in 2023.
Snow plow sales in Northeast U.S. reached $650 million in 2023 winter season.
65% of snow plow market revenue comes from attachments in 2023, totaling $1.8 billion.

Sales and Revenue Interpretation

While Americans may argue about climate change, the snow plow industry’s $1.5 billion revenue proves we all still vote with our wallets for a clear driveway.

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