PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1702415
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1702415
U.S. Sewage Treatment Market Size & Share Analysis - Trends, Drivers, Competitive Landscape, and Forecasts (2025 - 2032)
The U.S. sewage treatment market, valued at $38.8 billion in 2024, is projected to grow to $81.3 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 9.9% from 2025 to 2032. Key drivers of this growth include urbanization, industrial expansion, and a heightened focus on water quality and environmental preservation. The market is experiencing significant investments to modernize infrastructure in response to regulatory pressures. Advanced technologies, such as membrane bioreactors and biological nutrient removal systems, are being adopted to improve sewage treatment processes, driven by public and private sector investments, including funds from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Key Insights
Membrane bioreactors (MBR) dominate the market, capturing 40% of the revenue share in 2024 due to their efficiency in handling wastewater with minimal space requirements.
The large-scale sewage treatment plants (above 10 million gallons per day) account for the largest market share (55%) and will continue to grow as urban areas expand and require more extensive treatment capacities.
Decentralized wastewater treatment systems are gaining popularity due to their cost-effectiveness, flexibility, and environmental benefits, offering a tailored approach to managing wastewater in rural and urban settings.
The municipal sector is the largest application, driven by growing populations in urban areas, increasing the need for efficient and large-scale sewage treatment solutions.
The Southern U.S. region leads the market, accounting for 45% of the revenue, due to rapid urban development and high demand for wastewater management infrastructure.
Advanced treatment technologies are being developed to meet stricter water quality standards, improving the removal of contaminants and supporting environmental protection efforts across the country.
The industrial sector is the fastest-growing segment, as industries increasingly prioritize sustainable sewage treatment to meet regulatory requirements and environmental goals.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Research Scope
- 1.1. Research Objectives
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Analysis Period
- 1.4. Market Size Breakdown by Segments
- 1.4.1. Market Size Breakdown, by Technology
- 1.4.2. Market Size Breakdown, by Capacity
- 1.4.3. Market Size Breakdown, by Application
- 1.5. Market Data Reporting Unit
- 1.5.1. Revenue
- 1.6. Key Stakeholders
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Secondary Research
- 2.1.1. Paid
- 2.1.2. Unpaid
- 2.1.3. P&S Intelligence Database
- 2.2. Primary Research
- 2.3. Market Size Estimation
- 2.4. Data Triangulation
- 2.5. Currency Conversion Rates
- 2.6. Assumptions for the Study
- 2.7. Notes and Caveats
Chapter 3. Executive Summary
Chapter 4. Market Indicators
Chapter 5. Industry Outlook
- 5.1. Industry Background
- 5.2. Market Dynamics
- 5.2.1. Trends
- 5.2.2. Drivers
- 5.2.3. Restraints/Challenges
- 5.2.4. Emerging Economies and Key Opportunities
- 5.2.5. Impact Analysis of Drivers/Restraints
- 5.3. Impact of COVID-19
- 5.4. Sociopolitical Impact
- 5.5. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.5.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 5.5.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.5.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.5.4. Intensity of Rivalry
- 5.5.5. Threat of Substitutes
Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape
- 6.1. List of Market Players and their Offerings
- 6.2. Competitive Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.3. Product Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.4. Recent Strategic Developments by Key Players
Chapter 7. U.S. Market
- 7.1. Overview
- 7.2. Market Revenue, by Technology (2019-2032)
- 7.3. Market Revenue, by Capacity (2019-2032)
- 7.4. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
- 7.5. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 8. Northeast Market
- 8.1. Overview
- 8.2. Economic Indicators
- 8.3. Regional Hotspots
- 8.4. Growth Drivers
- 8.5. Challenges and Barriers
- 8.6. Competitive Strategies
- 8.7. Emerging Players
- 8.8. Compliance Requirements
- 8.9. Emerging Investment Areas
- 8.10. Major Ongoing Projects
- 8.11. Market Size and Forecast
- 8.11.1. Market Revenue, by Technology (2019-2032)
- 8.11.2. Market Revenue, by Capacity (2019-2032)
- 8.11.3. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 9. Midwest Market
- 9.1. Overview
- 9.2. Economic Indicators
- 9.3. Regional Hotspots
- 9.4. Growth Drivers
- 9.5. Challenges and Barriers
- 9.6. Competitive Strategies
- 9.7. Emerging Players
- 9.8. Compliance Requirements
- 9.9. Emerging Investment Areas
- 9.10. Major Ongoing Projects
- 9.11. Market Size and Forecast
- 9.11.1. Market Revenue, by Technology (2019-2032)
- 9.11.2. Market Revenue, by Capacity (2019-2032)
- 9.11.3. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 10. West Market
- 10.1. Overview
- 10.2. Economic Indicators
- 10.3. Regional Hotspots
- 10.4. Growth Drivers
- 10.5. Challenges and Barriers
- 10.6. Competitive Strategies
- 10.7. Emerging Players
- 10.8. Compliance Requirements
- 10.9. Emerging Investment Areas
- 10.10. Major Ongoing Projects
- 10.11. Market Size and Forecast
- 10.11.1. Market Revenue, by Technology (2019-2032)
- 10.11.2. Market Revenue, by Capacity (2019-2032)
- 10.11.3. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 11. South Market
- 11.1. Overview
- 11.2. Economic Indicators
- 11.3. Regional Hotspots
- 11.4. Growth Drivers
- 11.5. Challenges and Barriers
- 11.6. Competitive Strategies
- 11.7. Emerging Players
- 11.8. Compliance Requirements
- 11.9. Emerging Investment Areas
- 11.10. Major Ongoing Projects
- 11.11. Market Size and Forecast
- 11.11.1. Market Revenue, by Technology (2019-2032)
- 11.11.2. Market Revenue, by Capacity (2019-2032)
- 11.11.3. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
Chapter 12. Company Profiles
Chapter 13. Appendix
- 13.1. Sources and References
- 13.2. Related Reports
