20 Fascinating Facts and Figures You Didn’t Know About Shoes

Shoes are an essential part of our daily lives, providing not only protection for our feet but also style and comfort.

We have compiled a list of 20 statistics about shoes that you may find surprising. From the number of shoes the average person owns to the average price of a pair of women’s shoes in the United States, these statistics shed light on the footwear industry.

So, whether you’re a sneakerhead or a fashionista, read on to discover some fascinating facts about shoes.

1. The global footwear market is expected to reach $530.3 billion by 2027. (Grand View Research, Inc.)
2. Athletic footwear is the largest segment of the footwear market, accounting for 43.3% of the market share in 2020. (Statista)
3. The global luxury footwear market is expected to reach $11.3 billion by 2027. (Fortune Business Insights)
4. In 2020, the United States was the largest consumer market for athletic footwear, with a market size of $26.1 billion. (Statista)
5. The global market for sustainable footwear is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2020 to 2027. (Mordor Intelligence)
6. In 2020, Nike was the leading athletic footwear brand in the United States, with a market share of 26.4%. (Statista)
7. The global market for vegan footwear is expected to reach $27.6 billion by 2025. (Grand View Research, Inc.)
8. In 2020, the average price of a pair of athletic shoes in the United States was $71.04. (Statista)
9. The global market for running shoes is expected to reach $16.4 billion by 2027. (Grand View Research, Inc.)
10. The global market for casual shoes is expected to reach $36.3 billion by 2027. (Grand View Research, Inc.)
11. High-heeled shoes were first worn by men in the Persian Empire over 1,000 years ago. (Footwear News)
12. In 2020, the most popular shoe color for women in the United States was black, followed by white and beige. (Statista)
13. The average American woman owns 20 pairs of shoes. (InStyle)
14. In 2020, Adidas was the second-largest athletic footwear brand in the United States, with a market share of 13.6%. (Statista)
15. The global market for children’s shoes is expected to reach $64.5 billion by 2027. (Grand View Research, Inc.)
16. The oldest known leather shoe, made from a single piece of cowhide, dates back to around 3,500 BC and was found in Armenia. (History)
17. In 2020, the most popular shoe style for men in the United States was sneakers, followed by dress shoes and casual shoes. (Statista)
18. The global market for leather shoes is expected to reach $65.2 billion by 2027. (Grand View Research, Inc.)
19. In 2020, the average price of a pair of women’s shoes in the United States was $56.87. (Statista)
20. The United States is the largest exporter of footwear in the world, with exports totaling $1.4 billion in 2020. (World’s Top Exports)