Personal mobility devices market seen reaching $18.03 billion by 2030

The Business Research Company says the global personal mobility devices market is set to grow from $12.57 billion in 2025 to $18.03 billion by 2030, driven by rising disability rates, urbanization and demand for accessible transportation. North America led the market in 2025, while Asia-Pacific is expected to post the fastest growth.

Why it matters: - Personal mobility devices are becoming more important as transportation and healthcare systems adapt to aging populations and higher disability rates. - The market outlook points to demand for compact, connected and accessible mobility products across homecare, outpatient and urban use cases. - Growing adoption could shape product design, healthcare access and public investment in accessible mobility.

What happened: - The Business Research Company released its 2026 personal mobility devices market report on Aug. 24, 2026. - The report says the market was valued at $12.57 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $13.53 billion in 2026. - The report forecasts the market will climb to $18.03 billion by 2030. - The report projects a 7.6% CAGR from 2025 to 2026 and a 7.4% CAGR through 2030. - Download a free sample of the report.

The details: - Personal mobility devices are portable, lightweight transportation aids designed to help users travel short distances more easily. - The devices are positioned as tools that support independence, flexibility and easier daily movement. - The market’s recent growth has been driven by limited electric mobility options, reliance on traditional walking aids, urban population growth, higher demand from hospitals and clinics, and early awareness of smart mobility devices. - Future growth is expected to come from electric and hybrid device innovation, investment in smart and connected mobility, government accessibility programs, and wider use of IoT-enabled and autonomous products. - Reported trend lines include stronger use of personal mobility devices for urban commuting, rising demand for compact and lightweight designs, greater focus on elderly and differently-abled users, and broader homecare and outpatient adoption. - View the full report.

Between the lines: - Rising disability prevalence is a major demand driver because mobility devices expand access to daily tasks, work and social activity. - The report links disability growth to aging, with conditions such as arthritis, vision loss and dementia becoming more common as life expectancy rises. - A June 2025 UK Department for Work and Pensions report showed that during 2023-24, the number of working-age people reporting long-term health conditions increased by 300,000, or 2.0%. - The same report said the number of people classified as disabled rose by 290,000, or 3.1%, and those whose daily activities were severely limited increased by 170,000, or 4.4%. - North America held the largest market share in 2025, reflecting mature infrastructure and stronger healthcare systems. - Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region as urbanization, awareness and healthcare services expand. - The report also covers South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, South America, the Middle East and Africa.

What's next: - The company expects the market to continue moving toward smarter, lighter and more connected products. - Wider government support for accessible urban transportation could add momentum to adoption. - More growth may come from homecare and outpatient settings as patients and providers seek flexible mobility options. - The 2026 report package adds market attractiveness scoring, TAM analysis, company scoring matrix graphics, Excel forecasting dashboards, market hotspot infographics, and updated technology and trend analysis. - The Business Research Company said the updated report includes new graphics and tables.

The bottom line: - Personal mobility devices are shifting from niche aids to a broader accessibility and mobility category with multiyear global growth ahead.