Market Forecast by Regions and Countries (North America, Europe, LATAM, Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa), By Product Type (Casual, Sports, Formal, Others), By End-users (Boys, Girls, Unisex) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC13130580 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Jun 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 190 | No. of Figures: 80 | No. of Tables: 40 | |
According to 6wresearch internal database and industry insights, the global kids' footwear market has size was valued at approximately USD 40 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% from 2025 to 2031, reaching an estimated market size of USD 60 billion by the end of the forecast period.
Global Kids Footwear Market Highlights
Report Name | Global Kids Footwear Market |
Report Category / Coverage | Global |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2031 |
CAGR | 5.1% |
Market Size | USD 60 billion by 2031 |
Growing Sector | Miscellaneous |
The Global Kids Footwear Market report thoroughly covers the market by End-users, Application and Regions. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The global kids footwear market consists of a several range of products, which include athletic footwear, sandals, casual shoes, and boots, cater to various age groups. Market is dynamic, driven by various drivers, such as a rise in the advancements in product design, consumer preferences emerge, and an increase in the shift toward eco-friendly and sustainable materials. Additionally, the rising expansion of e-commerce platforms has been revolutionizing the shopping experience with varied choices and convenience.
Global Kids Footwear Market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period 2025-2031. One of the primary drivers of the global kids' footwear market is the rising awareness among parents about the importance of proper foot development during childhood. Ergonomic and supportive footwear is increasingly being prioritized to ensure healthy growth. Additionally, the growing influence of social media and digital platforms has amplified fashion consciousness among parents and children alike, propelling demand for trendy designs. Rising disposable incomes, particularly in emerging economies, have further expanded consumer spending on premium and branded footwear options. The growth of organized retail and e-commerce platforms also facilitates wider product availability, competitive pricing, and convenient access for consumers worldwide.
Despite its growth, the kids' footwear market faces several challenges. One significant issue is the rapid growth of children’s feet, which necessitates frequent purchases and can strain household budgets, especially for premium-priced products. Furthermore, market competition is fierce, with numerous brands vying for attention, making it challenging for new entrants to establish themselves. Sustainability concerns also pose a challenge, as consumers are increasingly demanding eco-friendly products, which require brands to innovate in materials and manufacturing processes at potentially higher costs.
The global market for kids' footwear is in transition as consumer preferences evolve and technology advances. Parents are looking for footwear that is stylish, comfortable and functional, and this has fueled demand for versatile footwear designs. Additionally, increasing knowledge about children's foot health has given rise to brands advertising shoes that are ergonomic, orthopedically designed, and other similarly-sounding claims. Further, e-commerce continues to influence purchasing behavior through accessibility, as parents can engage in the often-demanding shoe shopping experience through various websites enabling them to access many options and possibilities conveniently. Seasonal collections and brand collaborations with popular children's franchises also continue to generate consumer interest and sales.
Investment prospects are abundant in the global kids' footwear market, especially with opportunities to develop in a new market, specifically Asia-Pacific and Latin America. As disposable incomes increase and the child population grows, it continues to provide opportunities in this sector. Additionally, sustainable and eco-friendly products currently represent an emerging, substantial segment of influence for buyers. Lastly, as retail continues to evolve through digital transformation it provides opportunities to invest in critical aspects of supply chain management and innovations that enhance customer experience.
The global kids footwear market is characterized by the presence of numerous prominent players striving to cater to the diverse needs of consumers. Companies such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, Skechers, and New Balance lead the market, leveraging innovative designs, technological advancements, and sustainability initiatives to enhance their product offerings.
Internationally, governments have enacted legislation relating to the safety and quality of children's footwear products. Most regulations focus on the product materials requiring products to be free from hazardous levels of chemicals and toxins. Many regulations, such as the CPSIA (Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act) in the US, REACH compliance in the EU, were purposely designed to focus on health and safety, and a more detailed emphasis on testing and monitoring has been applied by many. Countries are also now implementing regulations and policies designed to help reduce the impact of the footwear industry onto the environment, and commitments to create more sustainable products is a continual push.
The Global Kids Footwear Market growth is expected to surge a very strong trajectory because of trends in disposable income, changing fashion trends, and an increased awareness of health and comfort levels when it comes to choices of footwear brands. The trend towards sustainability through eco-friendly products is also anticipated to result in innovations in recyclable materials and bio-degradable footwear. Continued development of technological advancements in the footwear space may result in innovations such as customized 3D-printed shoes and smart footwear with sensors designed to measure health/wellness.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
When segmented by end-users, unisex footwear is leading the global kids' footwear market, as manufacturers increasingly design versatile styles aimed at appealing to a broad audience. Brands are leveraging neutral designs and colors that appeal to both boys and girls, expanding the reach of their products.
According to Vasu, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, North America and Europe are dominating the Global Kids Footwear Market share driven by high consumer spending power and a preference for branded, high-quality footwear.
The market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
Global Kids Footwear Market |
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Global Kids Footwear Market Overview |
3.1 Global Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Global Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Global Kids Footwear Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Global Kids Footwear Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Global Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Global Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Global Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Global Kids Footwear Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Global Kids Footwear Market Trends |
6 Global Kids Footwear Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.1.2 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Casual, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.3 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Sports, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.4 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Formal, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.5 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-users, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.2.2 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Boys, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.3 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Girls, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.4 Global Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Unisex, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.1 Overview & Analysis |
7 North America Kids Footwear Market, Overview & Analysis |
7.1 North America Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2 North America Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.1 United States (US) Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.2 Canada Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.3 Rest of North America Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 North America Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4 North America Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-users, 2021 - 2031 |
8 Latin America (LATAM) Kids Footwear Market, Overview & Analysis |
8.1 Latin America (LATAM) Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2 Latin America (LATAM) Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.1 Brazil Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.2 Mexico Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.3 Argentina Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.4 Rest of LATAM Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.3 Latin America (LATAM) Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
8.4 Latin America (LATAM) Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-users, 2021 - 2031 |
9 Asia Kids Footwear Market, Overview & Analysis |
9.1 Asia Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2 Asia Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.1 India Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.2 China Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.3 Japan Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.4 Rest of Asia Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.3 Asia Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
9.4 Asia Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-users, 2021 - 2031 |
10 Africa Kids Footwear Market, Overview & Analysis |
10.1 Africa Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2 Africa Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.1 South Africa Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.2 Egypt Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.3 Nigeria Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.4 Rest of Africa Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.3 Africa Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
10.4 Africa Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-users, 2021 - 2031 |
11 Europe Kids Footwear Market, Overview & Analysis |
11.1 Europe Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2 Europe Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.1 United Kingdom Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.2 Germany Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.3 France Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.4 Rest of Europe Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.3 Europe Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
11.4 Europe Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-users, 2021 - 2031 |
12 Middle East Kids Footwear Market, Overview & Analysis |
12.1 Middle East Kids Footwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2 Middle East Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.1 Saudi Arabia Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.2 UAE Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.3 Turkey Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.3 Middle East Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
12.4 Middle East Kids Footwear Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-users, 2021 - 2031 |
13 Global Kids Footwear Market Key Performance Indicators |
14 Global Kids Footwear Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
15 Global Kids Footwear Market - Opportunity Assessment |
15.1 Global Kids Footwear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
15.2 Global Kids Footwear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
15.3 Global Kids Footwear Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
16 Global Kids Footwear Market - Competitive Landscape |
16.1 Global Kids Footwear Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
16.2 Global Kids Footwear Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
17 Top 10 Company Profiles |
18 Recommendations |
19 Disclaimer |