Statistics, Reports & Data

Deaths by Percentage by State 2019 USCG Recreational Boating Statistics feature

Distribution of 2019 Boating Deaths by State

2019 boating deaths distribution in the United States

Deaths by Mapped Location 2019 USCG Recreational Boating Statistics feature

Fatal Boating Accidents by Location

Fatal boating accidents by location, in the continental U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Boating Deaths by Vessel Power (2019)

2019 Boating deaths, by vessel power, including human-power, motor, sail and others.

Deaths by Vessel Type Percentage 2005 2019 USCG Recreational Boating Statistics feature

Percent of Deaths by Vessel Type, 2005-2019

Graph of boating deaths showing percentage by vessel type, from 2005 to 2019.

Annual Fatality Rates 2000 2019 USCG Recreational Boating Statistics 6

Annual Recreational Boating Fatality Rates 2000-2019

A graph and data table showing annual fatality rates, with motorized occurrences broken out.

2019 Recreational Boating Statistics

Recreational Boating Statistics 2019, the 61st annual report, contains statistics on recreational boating accidents and state vessel registration. This publication is a result of the coordinated effort of the Coast Guard and those states and territories that have Federally-approved boat numbering and casualty reporting systems.

Info-link: U.S. Large Cruiser Market Snapshot

Large Cruisers are fiberglass, inboard, stern drive and outboard boats that are between 27’ and 32’ in length. They typically offer extensive amenities, including the ability to take shelter from weather. They are common in both salt and larger freshwater environments and are usually used for general recreation and relaxation.

Info-link: U.S. Yacht Market Snapshot

Yachts are fiberglass stern drive, inboard, and more recently outboard powered boats 33’ and larger in length. They offer extensive amenities and comfortable living accommodations for extended cruising. They are found in both salt and larger freshwater environments. This segment includes trawler style boats but does not include houseboats or offshore fishing boats.

2018 Recreational Boating Statistics

Boating Statistics 2018, the 60th annual report, contains statistics on recreational boating accidents and state vessel registration. This publication is a result of the coordinated effort of the Coast Guard and those states and territories that have Federally-approved boat numbering and casualty reporting systems.

2017 Recreational Boating Statistics

Boating Statistics 2017, the 59th annual report, contains statistics on recreational boating accidents and state vessel registration. This publication is a result of the coordinated effort of the Coast Guard and those states and territories that have Federally-approved boat numbering and casualty reporting systems.