The U.S. ice cream market is set to expand from USD 30.1 milliards en 2025 en USD 35.7 milliards par 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of 3.44%. Growth in the world’s largest consumer economy underscores ice cream’s enduring appeal as both a comfort purchase and a category adapting to shifting consumer psychology in an environment shaped by inflation, selective spending, and heightened demand for value.
American consumers are becoming more discerning, spending more per unit while reducing overall volumes. This dynamic reflects not only the pressure of rising prices but also a shift toward what buyers perceive as “true value” indulgences. Ice cream is increasingly positioned as one of those small luxuries—an affordable way to elevate daily routines without the commitment of larger discretionary spending. This transition is fueling demand for premium offerings, with consumers gravitating toward products that promise distinctive flavors, artisanal quality, or indulgent experiences that justify higher price points.
Conscious consumption is redefining how households approach ice cream purchases. Impulse buying, once a key driver of category growth, has softened as shoppers adopt more intentional purchasing behaviors. Instead, ice cream is increasingly chosen as a deliberate indulgence, reinforcing its role as a “little luxury” with emotional resonance. Multi-pack formats have emerged as a beneficiary of this shift, combining affordability with convenience and allowing consumers to maximize value while managing portion control. These formats have become central to households balancing economic caution with the desire to maintain enjoyment.
At the same time, snacking culture continues to provide momentum. Even as spontaneous purchases at retail counters or foodservice outlets decline, consumers are seeking packaged ice cream options designed for flexible, on-the-go consumption. Portable single-serve cups, snack bars, and mini-portions are becoming more important in bridging indulgence with convenience, highlighting the need for brands to adapt their portfolios to different consumption occasions.
The U.S. ice cream sector thus finds itself at the intersection of indulgence and value-consciousness. Premiumization continues to shape the upper end of the market, while multi-pack and snackable formats provide resilience at the mass level. Although health-oriented alternatives remain under pressure, the broader market retains solid growth prospects, anchored by consumers’ willingness to pay for products that deliver authentic enjoyment in a period of economic caution. This duality of deliberate indulgence and value-seeking behavior is likely to define the trajectory of the U.S. ice cream industry through 2030.
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the USA ice cream market, combining historical data from 2020 à 2024 with forward-looking projections through 2030. It examines market size, growth rates, and key trends, offering a detailed perspective on the industry’s evolution. The analysis is structured across critical dimensions, including product type, category and distribution channel, enabling stakeholders to identify opportunities and make informed strategic decisions.
Report Highlights
This report provides a detailed assessment of the USA ice cream market, including historical data and forward-looking projections through 2030. It breaks down the industry by product type, category and distribution channel, with compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) for both past performance and forecast periods. By analyzing growth trajectories, the study pinpoints high-opportunity segments to inform strategic investments.
Beyond quantitative indicators, the report provides qualitative insights into emerging market dynamics. Drawing on expert interviews and macroeconomic context, it analyzes the underlying causes of market expansion and contraction. Evolving consumer preferences, and environmental regulations are examined as structural forces shaping the competitive landscape. The report also highlights fast-growing sub-segments and untapped innovation-driven opportunities across the value chain.
The report also delivers a comprehensive evaluation of market share changes and core brand performance among leading players from 2020 à 2024. It reveals competitive dynamics and trends in market concentration, providing granular market share comparisons and trend analyses. This equips users to better understand competitive advantages and challenges, thereby informing differentiated market strategies and investment decisions with robust empirical evidence.
Segmentation du marché
The segmentation of the USA ice cream market is outlined below:
Type de produit – e.g., artisanal ice cream, frozen yogurt, impulse ice cream, plant-based ice cream, take-home ice cream
Category – e.g., dairy ice cream, water ice cream
Canal de distribution – e.g., dépanneurs, department stores, direct selling, discounters, commerce électronique, chaînes de restauration, forecourts, hypermarkets, petites épiceries, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, autres
Macroeconomic & Demographic Indicators
In addition to core market data, the report incorporates key socio-economic indicators that provide essential context for interpreting market dynamics. These include population trends, the Consumer Price Index (IPC), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), per capita consumption (expressed in USD), and consumer spending as a percentage of GDP. Together, these metrics offer a macroeconomic backdrop that enhances the strategic relevance of the market size figures, helping stakeholders better assess demand potential and long-term growth opportunities.
Paysage concurrentiel: Market Share Analysis
Market share analysis is included for the ice cream industry in USA, shedding light on the relative scale and market presence of major firms. Leading companies include:
Blue Bell Creameries Inc
Danone S.A.
Dean Foods Co.
Ferrero International S.A..
Froneri International Limited
General Mills, Inc.
GoTo Foods LLC
Mars, Incorporé
Nestle S.A.
Rich Products Corporation
Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA)
Turkey Hill Dairy (Peak Rock Capital LLC)
Unilever PLC
WW International, Inc.
Ziegenfelder Corporation (Budget Saver)
This section helps stakeholders evaluate market concentration, identify partnership opportunities, and track shifts in leadership.
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Table des matières
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Principales conclusions
Segmentation du marché
Aperçu du marché
USA Ice Cream Market – Analyse des types de produits
USA Ice Cream Market – Category Analysis
USA Ice Cream Market – Analyse des canaux de distribution
Analyse des actions de l’entreprise
Blue Bell Creameries Inc
Danone S.A.
Dean Foods Co.
Ferrero International S.A..
Froneri International Limited
General Mills, Inc.
GoTo Foods LLC
Mars, Incorporé
Nestle S.A.
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Données et prévisions macroéconomiques
Méthodologie de recherche
Clause de non-responsabilité
FIGURES ET TABLEAUX
Table USA Ice Cream Market 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market, Croissance nette, 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market, Taux de croissance, 2020-2030
Table USA Ice Cream Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market by Product Type, TCAC historique et prévisionnel, 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table USA Ice Cream Market by Category, 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market by Category, TCAC historique et prévisionnel, 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market by Category, 2020-2030
Table USA Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, TCAC historique et prévisionnel, 2020-2030
Chart USA Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table USA Ice Cream Market Share (%), par les entreprises, 2020-2024
Chart USA Ice Cream Market, par les entreprises, 2024
Table USA Ice Cream Market Share (%), par marques, 2020-2024
Chart USA Ice Cream Market, par marques, 2024
Table USA – Population (Des millions) et prévisions
Table USA – Indice des prix à la consommation (IPC) et prévisions
Table USA – Produit intérieur brut et prévisions
Table USA Ice Cream Market: Dépenses en proportion du PIB (%)
Table USA Ice Cream Market: Consommation par habitant (Population)