Here are some facts and statistics related to jeans that you may find interesting. Please note that the statistics may vary depending on the sources.
Global Denim Jeans Market Size
The global denim jeans market size was valued at USD 64.6 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 87.6 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 3.7% from 2021 to 2028. (Source: Grand View Research)
Most Popular Types of Jeans
Skinny jeans are the most popular type of jeans, followed by straight-leg, bootcut, and wide-leg jeans. (Source: Statista)
Jeans Consumption
The average person in the United States owns 7 pairs of jeans, and on average, they wear jeans 3.4 times per week. (Source: Cotton Incorporated)
Jeans Manufacturing
It takes around 1,800 gallons of water to produce one pair of jeans, and the denim manufacturing process is responsible for around 20% of the global industrial water pollution. (Source: Business Insider)
Jeans sales in the United States
In 2020, the U.S. denim market size was valued at USD 16.4 billion. The women’s denim segment accounted for the largest share of the market. (Source: Technavio)
Jeans and Sustainability
Sustainable denim is becoming increasingly popular, with 72% of U.S. consumers saying they would pay more for jeans made from sustainable materials or produced in an environmentally-friendly way. (Source: Cotton Incorporated)
Global Denim Manufacturing
China is the largest producer of denim, accounting for around 52% of the global production. Bangladesh, Turkey, and Pakistan are also major producers of denim. (Source: Statista)
Online Denim Sales
In 2020, online sales of denim in the United States increased by 50% year-over-year. (Source: Vogue Business)
Jeans and Gender
Men are more likely to wear jeans than women, with 79% of men reporting that they wear jeans on a regular basis, compared to 64% of women. (Source: Statista). In the U.S., women buy more jeans than men. (Source: Cotton Incorporated Lifestyle Monitor Survey)
Jeans and Fashion Trends
The popularity of certain types of jeans changes over time. In 2021, wide-leg and baggy jeans have become more popular, while skinny jeans have become less popular. (Source: The Zoe Report)
13 More Facts About Jeans
- Jeans are a type of pants made from denim fabric, which was first created in Nîmes, France in the 17th century. (Source: History.com)
- Levi Strauss & Co. is widely considered to be the inventor of blue jeans, which were first produced in San Francisco in 1873. (Source: Levi Strauss & Co.)
- Jeans account for 25% of all clothing sales worldwide. (Source: Euromonitor International)
- The average price of a pair of jeans in the U.S. is $45. (Source: Statista)
- Levi Strauss & Co. is the largest denim manufacturer in the U.S. (Source: Statista)
- Jeans were once associated with rebellion and youth culture, but are now worn by people of all ages and social groups. (Source: BBC)
- Jeans are known for their durability and can last for years with proper care. (Source: Levi Strauss & Co.)
- The process of making a pair of jeans involves multiple stages, including spinning, dyeing, weaving, cutting, and sewing. (Source: Levi Strauss & Co.)
- The world’s largest pair of jeans was created in 2011 in Brazil and measured 62.85 meters long and 49.03 meters wide. (Source: Guinness World Records)
- The color of jeans is achieved through a process of dyeing the cotton fibers with indigo. (Source: Levi Strauss & Co.)
- Denim jeans were originally worn by cowboys and miners for their durability and practicality. (Source: History.com)
- The first pair of jeans sold for $1.25. (Source: Levi Strauss & Co.)
- The Levi’s 501 is one of the most iconic styles of jeans and has been in production since 1890. (Source: Levi Strauss & Co.)
