In 2023, the length of roads outside built-up areas in the US stood at approximately 4.633 million kilometers. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual decline, with values decreasing annually from 4.6266 million kilometers in 2024 to 4.598 million kilometers in 2028. The year-on-year changes from 2023 to 2024 and subsequent years show slight negative variations. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reveals a subtle but consistent contraction in the total road length outside urban areas.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of infrastructure policies promoting urban expansion, sustainability initiatives, and technological advancements in transportation that might influence road usage and development patterns outside built-up areas. Monitoring these trends is crucial to understanding future changes in infrastructure needs and investment priorities.
