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2025 U.S. Industry Statistics & Market Forecast - Musical Groups and Artists


Market Size & Industry Statistics

The total U.S. industry market size for Musical Groups and Artists: Industry statistics cover all companies in the United States, both public and private, ranging in size from small businesses to market leaders. In addition to revenue, the industry market analysis shows information on employees, companies, and average firm size.

Investors, banks, and business executives use growth rates and industry trends to understand the market outlook and opportunity.

Musical Groups and Artists market size 2025
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Statistics        2020        2021        2022        2023        2024
Market Size
(Total Sales/Revenue)


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Total Firms
Total Employees
Average Revenue Per Firm
Average Employees Per Firm
Average Revenue Per Employee
Statistics Source: U.S. Census, AnythingResearch Analysis of Federal Data



Market Forecast

Market forecasts show the long term industry outlook and future growth trends. The following extended five-year forecast projects both short-term and long-term trends.



Musical Groups and Artists market forecast 2024-2028


Forecast / Industry Outlook 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Market Forecast ($ millions)
Projected Industry Growth Rate (%)
Source: AnythingResearch Economic Analysis

Industry Insights

Major trends affect the Musical Groups and Artists industry include:
  1. Increased use of digital platforms for music distribution
  2. Growing importance of live performances for revenue
  3. Rise in streaming services
  4. Decline in physical sales (CDs, vinyl)
  5. Influence of social media on artist visibility and engagement
  6. Shift towards independent production and distribution
  7. Increased collaboration across genres and international borders
  8. Growing role of AI in music creation and production
  9. Impact of global events on tour scheduling and live performances
  10. Emphasis on merchandise and alternative branding opportunities for revenue
  11. Adoption of virtual and augmented reality experiences
  12. Greater focus on mental health within the industry
  13. Sustainability and environmental concerns in production and touring practices


Product & Services Breakdown

Research products and services in the Musical Groups and Artists industry generating sales. Note that products are broken into categories with different levels of classification.

Product DescriptionNumber of Companies Sales ($ millions) Percent of Total Sales

Industry Total

Admissions To Live Performing Arts Performances

Admissions To - Symphony And Classical Music Performances

Admissions To - Popular Music Performances

Contract Live Performing Arts Performances

Contract Live - Popular Music Performances

Licensing Of Rights To Use Intellectual Property - Protected By Copyright

Resale Of Merchandise

All Other Receipts

All Other Operating Receipts

Contributions, Gifts, And Grants - Private

Contributions, Gifts, And Grants - Private - Individuals

Contributions, Gifts, And Grants - Private - Foundations

Contributions, Gifts, And Grants - Private - Business And Industry

Investment Income, Including Interest And Dividends

All Other Revenue



U.S. Geographic Distribution: Revenue Statistics by State

Market Size by State ($ millions) indicates how the industry's competition is distributed throughout the country. State-level information can identify areas with higher and lower industry market share than average.

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Income Statement (Average Financial Metrics)

Financial metrics provide a snapshot view of a benchmark "average" company. Key business metrics show revenue and operating costs. The data collected covers both public and private companies.

Industry Average Percent of Sales
(Industry Benchmark)
Total Revenue

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Operating Revenue
Cost of Goods Sold
Gross Profit

Operating Expenses
Pension, profit sharing plans, stock, annuity
Repairs
Rent paid on business property
Charitable Contributions
Depletion
Domestic production activities deduction
Advertising
Compensation of officers
Salaries and wages
Employee benefit programs
Taxes and Licenses
Bad Debts
Depreciation
Amortization
Other Operating Expenses
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income
Non-Operating Income
EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes)
Interest Expense
Earnings Before Taxes
Income Tax
Net Profit
Net Income
 
Source: AnythingResearch Analysis of U.S. federal statistics




Financial Ratio Analysis

Financial ratio information can be used to benchmark how a Musical Groups and Artists company compares to its peers. Accounting statistics are calculated from the industry-average for income statements and balance sheets.

Profitability & Valuation RatiosIndustry Average
Company valuation can be measured based on the firm's own performance, as well as in comparison against its industry competitors. These metrics show how the average company in the Musical Groups and Artists industry is performing.
Profit Margin
Gross Profit Margin, Operating Profit Margin, and Net Profit Margin. Show company earnings relative to revenues.
Return on Equity (ROE)
Return on Equity (ROE) is net income as a percentage of shareholders' equity. Shareholders' Equity is defined as the company's total assets minus total liabilities. ROE shows how much profits a company generates with the money shareholders invested (or with retained earnings).
Return on Assets (ROA)
Return on Assets (ROA) is net income relative to total assets. The market research on Musical Groups and Artists measures how efficiently the company leverages its assets to generate profit. ROA is calculated as Net Income divided by Total Assets.


Liquidity RatiosIndustry Average
Bankers and suppliers use liquidity to determine creditworthiness and identify potential threats to a company's financial viability.
Current Ratio
Measures a firm's ability to pay its debts over the next 12 months.
Quick Ratio (Acid Test)
Calculates liquid assets relative to liabilities, excluding inventories.


Efficiency Ratios - Key Performance IndicatorsIndustry Average
Measure how quickly products and services sell, and effectively collections policies are implemented.
Receivables Turnover Ratio
If this number is low in your business when compared to the industry average in the research report, it may mean your payment terms are too lenient or that you are not doing a good enough job on collections.
Average Collection Period
Based on the Receivables Turnover, this estimates the collection period in days. Calculated as 365 divided by the Receivables Turnover
Inventory Turnover
A low turnover rate may point to overstocking, obsolescence, or deficiencies in the product line or marketing effort.
Fixed-Asset Turnover
Generally, higher is better, since it indicates the business has less money tied up in fixed assets for each dollar of sales revenue.



Compensation & Salary Surveys for Employees

Compensation statistics provides an accurate assessment of industry-specific jobs and national salary averages. This information can be used to identify which positions are most common, and high, low, and average annual wages.

TitlePercent of WorkforceBottom Quartile Average (Median) SalaryUpper Quartile
Management Occupations 9%

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Top Executives 6%
Chief Executives0%
General and Operations Managers 5%
General and Operations Managers5%
Business and Financial Operations Occupations 10%
Business Operations Specialists 9%
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations 8%
Other Teachers and Instructors 8%
Self-Enrichment Teachers 8%
Self-Enrichment Teachers 8%
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations 39%
Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers 31%
Actors, Producers, and Directors 9%
Producers and Directors 6%
Musicians, Singers, and Related Workers 17%
Musicians and Singers 14%
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 6%
Personal Care and Service Occupations 7%
Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers 5%
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 8%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics


Musical Groups and Artists Competitor Landscape & Key Companies [PREMIUM]

The most influential companies in the Musical Groups and Artists industry and adjacent industries either have large market share or are developing new business models and methods that could disrupt the status quo. We look at leading and emerging companies in the Musical Groups and Artists industry and adjacent sectors:

Market Leaders:
Direct Competitors

Companies with the largest market share, focused in this industry
Market leaders:
Diversified Competitors

Largest companies that have diversified operations in this and other industries
Innovators:
Direct Competitors

Innovative, Emerging, and Disruptive Companies that may influence the future direction of the industry.
Innovators:
Diversified Competitors

Innovators and Disruptors in adjacent industries that may also affect the Musical Groups and Artists industry.
Source:
IncFact


Latest Industry News

  • SummerFest in La Jolla to offer dozens of free events providing ‘access to the artists’ - A record 50 activities supplementing the festival’s ticketed concerts include open rehearsals, Artist Lounges, Encounters, coaching workshops and musical preludes (07/06/2025)
  • Summer heats up with CT festivals featuring casino concert series, food trucks, folk music and more - From classical music to the blues to pickles, here are 10 of the best Connecticut festivals to check out in July. (07/06/2025)
  • Origins Music Group - From spotlighting Black and Brown country artists to shaking up the CMA Fest, Origins Music Group is on a mission to make country music more innovative and more reflective of the world we live in. (07/05/2025)
  • Vocal group Ladysmith Black Mambazo bringing 'hope, peace and love' to Mechanics Hall - Music has no boundaries' - Vocal group Ladysmith Black Mambazo bringing 'hope, peace and love' to Mechanics Hall (07/04/2025)
  • Scene Calendar: Fireworks in Alachua, live music, art, Cars and Coffee, Birds and Brews - City of Alachua’s Annual Fourth of July Celebration Join the city of Alachua for its annual Fourth of July celebration featuring what the city calls “the largest small-town fireworks display in America. (07/02/2025)
  • Warner Music Group to Undergo Layoffs as Part of $300 Million Cost-Savings Plan - WMG will reduce headcount by $170 million, CEO Robert Kyncl wrote in a memo to WMG staff on Tuesday, as part of an effort to "future-proof" the company and "reinvest in the business." (07/02/2025)
  • Warner Music Group Launches $1.2B Joint Venture With Bain Capital For Music Acquisitions - "Augmenting our deep expertise and global infrastructure with Bain Capital’s financial prowess and belief in music will make us the destination of choice for preeminent catalogs," WMG CEO Robert Kyncl said. (07/01/2025)
  • Warner Music and Bain Capital Announce $1.2 Billion Joint Venture to Invest in Music Catalogs - Warner Music Group and Bain Capital are launching a joint venture to allow for the purchase of up to $1.2 billion in music catalogs. (07/01/2025)
  • St. Tammany in summer is stacked with music and art - JAZZ: A Traditional Jam Jazz with clarinetist and teacher Ben Redwine July 5 (every first Saturday) from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at St. John's Coffee, 535 E. Boston St. Two hours open to all listeners and players, usually a mix of students, amateurs and professional players. Sheet music available at redwinejazz.com/education. (07/01/2025)
  • Drake’s Team Blasts Universal Music Group in Bombshell Court Statement Over “Certified Pedophiles” Lyrics - Drake’s legal team clashed with Universal Music Group in federal court this afternoon and left no doubt that they’re coming for blood. Fresh off a court appearance in Manhattan, Drake’s camp (06/30/2025)




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