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2025 U.S. Industry Statistics & Market Forecast - Vending Machine Operators


Market Size & Industry Statistics

The total U.S. industry market size for Vending Machine Operators: 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.

Vending Machine Operators 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.



Vending Machine Operators market forecast 2024-2028


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

Product & Services Breakdown

Research products and services in the Vending Machine Operators 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

Groceries & Other Food Items For Human Consumption Off The Premises

Candy, Prepackaged Cookies, & Snack Foods

Bottled, Canned, Or Packaged Soft Drinks & Other Nonalcoholic Beverages

All Other Groceries & Food Items

Meals, Unpackaged Snacks, Sandwiches, Unpackaged Ice Cream & Yogurt, Bakery Items, Other Food Items & Nonalcoholic Beverages Prepared



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.

U.S. map by state

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 Vending Machine Operators 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 Vending Machine Operators 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 Vending Machine Operators 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 2%

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Chief Executives0%
General and Operations Managers2%
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 12%
Cooks and Food Preparation Workers 6%
Food Preparation Workers 6%
Food Preparation Workers 6%
Sales and Related Occupations 39%
Supervisors of Sales Workers 5%
First-Line Supervisors of Sales Workers 5%
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers 5%
Retail Sales Workers 33%
Cashiers 28%
Cashiers 28%
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 7%
Production Occupations 7%
Food Processing Workers 6%
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 28%
Material Moving Workers 25%
Laborers and Material Movers 25%
Stockers and Order Fillers 21%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics


Vending Machine Operators Competitor Landscape & Key Companies [PREMIUM]

The most influential companies in the Vending Machine Operators 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 Vending Machine Operators 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 Vending Machine Operators industry.
Source:
IncFact


Latest Industry News

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  • How vending machines can tap into America's coffee obsession - As coffee continues to reign as America's most beloved beverage, vending machines are uniquely positioned to serve it up: hot, cold, customized, and always on the go. (07/01/2025)
  • Vape vending machines facing pushback from some suburbs - A fledgling Elmhurst-based company that distributes vending machines offering electronic cigarettes and vaping products is facing pushback from some suburbs. Among them are Hoffman Estates, which (06/28/2025)
  • Ohio gets first floral vending machine in Dublin - Box, Ohio's first floral vending machine, has officially opened its doors within the North Market Bridge Park, located at 6750 W. Longshore St. in Dublin. Launched on June 26, 2025, the machine provides 24-hour access to locally-sourced floral arrangements, (06/27/2025)
  • 7 amazing wellness vending spots taking over San Francisco - Discover San Francisco's innovative wellness vending machines offering everything from supplements to skincare. Find the 7 hottest spots now. (06/23/2025)
  • Why are vending machines popping up all over Singapore? - CNA - Mr Vernon Tan, director of full-service vending operator Allied Vending, said shopping centres typically have two considerations when it comes to being receptive to vending machines: price and optics. (06/20/2025)
  • Vending machine operator ME Group explores possible sale | Insider Media - Vending machine operator ME Group has announced it is inviting offers as it explores a possible sale. Based in Epsom and listed on the London Stock Exchange, the group encompasses self-service laundry units (Wash.ME), digital printing kiosks (Print.ME) and vending machines for both fresh fruit and vegetables and pizza (Feed.ME). (06/18/2025)
  • Listed vending machine business explores possible sale - operates across 18 countries - Based in Epsom and listed on the London Stock Exchange, the group encompasses self-service laundry units (Wash.ME), digital printing kiosks (Print.ME) and vending machines for both fresh fruit and vegetables and pizza (Feed.ME). It also operates photobooths across 18 countries under the Photo.ME brand. (06/18/2025)
  • U.S. Retail Vending Machine Market Trends Analysis Report And Growth Forecasts, 2025-2030 Vending Machines Diversify - From Snacks To Electronics And Beauty Products - MENAFN.COM - U.S. Retail Vending Machine Market Report Segmentation This report forecasts revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of ... (06/18/2025)
  • U.S. Retail Vending Machine Market Trends Analysis Report and Growth Forecasts, 2025-2030 | Vending Machines Diversify - From Snacks to Electronics and Beauty Products - The U.S. Retail Vending Machine Market was valued at USD 15.03 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach USD 17.99 billion by 2030, rising at a CAGR of 3.10%. (06/18/2025)




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