As of 2023, rural lane-miles in the US were recorded at approximately 5.9532 million lane miles. The forecasts suggest a slight year-on-year decline from 2024 to 2028. From 2024 to 2025, the projected decrease is about 0.17%, followed by a similar decrease of around 0.17% per year through 2028. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a steady decline at an average of approximately 0.17% annually.
Future trends warrant attention on:
- The potential impacts of urbanization reducing the need for rural infrastructure.
- Advancements in transportation technology and their influence on infrastructure investments.
- Economic factors influencing government spending on rural lane maintenance and development.
