The United States had more than 283 million registered vehicles in 2022, nearly a 2.5% increase in three years. Despite this growth, 8% of Americans still do not own cars. Statistics also show disparities between urban and rural areas. For example, the New York metropolitan area has a high rate of individuals without a vehicle, whereas Daphne-Fairhope-Foley in Alabama has some of the highest car ownership rates.
U.S. households owned an average of 1.8 cars in 2022, with significant regional differences in vehicle dependency. In metro areas like Provo-Orem in Utah, households averaged 2.1 cars, reflecting a higher reliance on personal vehicles. Meanwhile, electric vehicle (EV) ownership is steadily increasing, with almost 3.3 million EVs registered nationwide.
These trends underscore the evolving landscape of car ownership across the country, influenced by factors such as geography, technology and lifestyle changes. Explore the data and trends to gain deeper insights into the shifting patterns of vehicle ownership in the U.S.