North America Men'S Underwear Market Size & Outlook
The men's underwear market in North America is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 15,173.6 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 6.1% is expected of North America men's underwear market from 2026 to 2033.
The North America men's underwear market generated a revenue of USD 9,544.9 million in 2025.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2026 to 2033.
In terms of segment, cotton was the largest revenue generating fabric in 2025.
Modal is the most lucrative fabric segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Country-wise, Canada is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2026 to 2033.
North America data book summary
Market revenue in 2025
USD 9,544.9 million
Market revenue in 2033
USD 15,173.6 million
Growth rate
6.1% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033)
Largest segment
Cotton
Fastest growing segment
Modal
Historical data covered
2021 - 2024
Base year for estimation
2025
Forecast period covered
2026 - 2033
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Cotton, Polyester, Nylon, Modal
Key market players worldwide
PVH Corp, Hanesbrands Inc, Ralph Lauren Corp Class A, Levi Strauss & Co Class A, American Eagle Outfitters Inc, Hugo Boss AG, Berkshire Hathaway Inc Class A, Jockey International, Naked Brand Group, Perry Ellis Menswear LLC
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, North America region accounted for 22.3% of the global men's underwear market in 2025.
Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
Asia Pacific is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 30,507.7 million by 2033.
According to the country meters, as of 2021, the male population in North America was around 296.9 million and higher expenditure is driving demand in the region. North America’s population growth rate was 0.76% in 2021.
High rate of obesity in the region is driving the demand for plus-size boxer briefs among consumers owing to the prevent riding up and bunching of underwear. Growing popularity of low-rise, lace, and sheer boxer briefs in the region owing to their higher sexual appeal is contributing to the growth of this segment in the region.
As per the government of Canada, nearly 1 in 5 Canadians are obese. According to a survey by Hunk USA, in 2020, around 36% of the men in the U.S. preferred boxer briefs for day-today wear and 27% preferred them for the gym.
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Cotton was the largest segment with a revenue share of 68.99% in 2025.
Horizon Databook has segmented the North America men's underwear market based on cotton, polyester, nylon, modal covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
According to the country meters, as of 2021, the male population in North America was around 296.9 million and higher expenditure is driving demand in the region. North America’s population growth rate was 0.76% in 2021.
High rate of obesity in the region is driving the demand for plus-size boxer briefs among consumers owing to the prevent riding up and bunching of underwear. Growing popularity of low-rise, lace, and sheer boxer briefs in the region owing to their higher sexual appeal is contributing to the growth of this segment in the region.
As per the government of Canada, nearly 1 in 5 Canadians are obese. According to a survey by Hunk USA, in 2020, around 36% of the men in the U.S. preferred boxer briefs for day-today wear and 27% preferred them for the gym.
North America Men'S Underwear Market Fabric Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Cotton
Polyester
Nylon
Others
Modal
North America Men'S Underwear Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Boxer Brief
Trunks
Others
Briefs
Boxers
North America Men'S Underwear Market Price Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
< USD 10
10 to Less than 20 USD
20 to 30 USD
>USD 30
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North America Men'S Underwear Market, 2021-2033 (US$M)