In 2023, rural local lane-miles in the US were reported at a value nearing 4.0017 million lane miles. From 2024 to 2028, the forecasted figures show a gradual decline. The year-on-year percentage decrease averaged around 0.13% over the next two years, illustrating a stable but slightly decreasing trend. Over the projected five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) demonstrated a consistent minor reduction in rural lane-miles.

Future trends to monitor include:

Shifts in rural population and economic activities.
Changes in infrastructure policy and funding allocations.
Advancements in transportation technology and its impact on infrastructure needs.