Cotton production in the United States fluctuates significantly from year to year. In 2024, around ***** million bales of cotton were produced in the United States, an increase from about **** million bales in the previous year. Leading States for cotton production Historically, much of the cotton in the United States has been grown in the Southern states, and this trend continues to this day. Texas had a cotton production volume of about *** million bales in 2023, making that state the top producer of cotton in the United States. Texas produced significantly more than the second leading producer of cotton, Georgia. In that year, Georgia produced around **** million bales of cotton. Genetically modified cotton Compared to other crops like genetically modified corn and soybeans, the acreage of genetically modified cotton is relatively low in the United States. However, between 2015 and 2019 the area planted with GM cotton in the U.S. has been slowly increasing. One of the most common types of genetically modified cotton is herbicide resistant cotton, which can survive being sprayed with herbicides while surrounding weeds are destroyed

This statistic shows the total value of cotton production in the U.S. from 2000 to 2024. In 2024, the value of production stood at around 4.67 billion U.S. dollars. The United States were ranked as third leading cotton producing country worldwide in 2022/2023.

This statistic shows the leading ten U.S. states with the highest cotton production in 2024. In that year, Texas was estimated to produce about *** million bales of cotton. The United States in total were ranked as third leading cotton producing country worldwide in 2023/2024. Cotton production The production of cotton is one of the United States’ most important industries. The country was the world’s third largest cotton producer after China and India, as well as the leading global cotton exporter in 2022/2023. In terms of cotton production by state, U.S. cotton is mostly grown and harvested in the Southern states, also known as the “Cotton Belt” where cotton plantations were established in the 1800s. More than *** billion U.S. dollars’ worth of cotton was produced in Texas in 2022. Upland cotton is the nation’s most commonly cultivated variety of cotton. American Pima, a finer and more expensive cotton fiber, is mainly cultivated in Arizona and California. In 2023, the United States allocated some ***** million acres of land for planting cotton. Approximately ***** million bales of cotton were produced that year.Cotton is typically used in the production of textiles. Hence Bangladesh, a leader in textile manufacturing, was the largest cotton importer in 2022/2023.

United States Exports of cotton to Mexico was US$424.37 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports of cotton to Mexico - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on September of 2025.

The South American Cotton Market Report is Geographically Segmented Into Brazil, Argentina, and Other Countries. The Market Analysis Encompasses Production Volume, Consumption Metrics (value and Volume), Export Statistics (value and Volume), Import Data (value and Volume), and Price Trends. The Market Size and Forecasts are Presented in USD Thousand (value) and Metric Tons (volume) Across all Segments.

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Context

The dataset tabulates the population of Cotton Plant by race. It includes the population of Cotton Plant across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population distribution of Cotton Plant across relevant racial categories.

Key observations

The percent distribution of Cotton Plant population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 11.44% are white, 83.21% are Black or African American and 5.35% are multiracial.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race: This column displays the racial categories (excluding ethnicity) for the Cotton Plant
• Population: The population of the racial category (excluding ethnicity) in the Cotton Plant is shown in this column.
• % of Total Population: This column displays the percentage distribution of each race as a proportion of Cotton Plant total population. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Cotton Plant Population by Race & Ethnicity. You can refer the same here

Annual cotton production in the United States grew from just a few thousand tons at the turn of the 19th century, to fluctuating between 1.6 million and 4.3 million tons throughout most of the 20th century. The amount of space used to produce cotton also grew from three to almost 18 million hectares of land between 1866 and the 1920s, before dropping to around four or five million hectares between the 1960s and 1980s. Despite this drop in land usage, advancements in agricultural technology meant that output remained relatively constant in the 20th century, meaning that output per hectare actually increased significantly.

The mechanical cotton gin's invention in 1793 revolutionized the U.S. cotton industry, which grew exponentially in the early 19th century. Cotton was the U.S.' primary export in these years, and its production was driven by slave labor in the southern states (particularly South Carolina). For the first time, output exceeded one million tons in 1859, and again in 1861, however, the disruption of the American Civil War caused cotton output to drop by over 93 percent in the next three years, to just 68 thousand tons by 1864. Production resumed upon its previous trajectory following the war's end, and many of the former-slaves forced to work on cotton plantations continued to work in the cotton industry, but as sharecroppers who worked the land in exchange for a share of the harvest, as well as housing and facilities (this was similar to tenant farming, although sharecroppers received a smaller share of the crop and had fewer legal protections).

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Cotton Plant population by age cohorts (Children: Under 18 years; Working population: 18-64 years; Senior population: 65 years or more). It lists the population in each age cohort group along with its percentage relative to the total population of Cotton Plant. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population distribution across children, working population and senior population for dependency ratio, housing requirements, ageing, migration patterns etc.

Key observations

The largest age group was 18 to 64 years with a poulation of 198 (48.18% of the total population). Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Age cohorts:

• Under 18 years
• 18 to 64 years
• 65 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Group: This column displays the age cohort for the Cotton Plant population analysis. Total expected values are 3 groups ( Children, Working Population and Senior Population).
• Population: The population for the age cohort in Cotton Plant is shown in the following column.
• Percent of Total Population: The population as a percent of total population of the Cotton Plant is shown in the following column.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Cotton Plant Population by Age. You can refer the same here

The North American cotton Market size was valued at USD 13.48 Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 17.13 Million by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.91 % during the forecast periods. The North American cotton market remains a pivotal segment of the agricultural sector, driven by diverse applications and advanced technologies. Key features include high-yield varieties and sustainable farming practices. The primary application of cotton encompasses textiles, apparel, and industrial products. Types of cotton such as Upland and Pima dominate the market. Technological advancements like precision farming and genetically modified seeds have significantly enhanced productivity and quality. The impact of these innovations includes increased efficiency, reduced environmental footprint, and enhanced crop resilience. Advantages of the North American cotton market include a robust supply chain, high-quality output, and strong export potential, ensuring its competitive edge in the global market. Recent developments include: February 2021: BASF added three new cottonseed varieties to its cotton portfolio; one new FiberMax cottonseed variety and two new dicamba-tolerant Stoneville cottonseed varieties in the United States., February 2021: Americot expanded the NexGen line of Bollgard 3 XtendFlex varieties with three new additions. These three varieties provided growers with additional high-quality, high-yielding options with excellent fiber packages.. Key drivers for this market are: Increasing Adoption of Technology in Horticulture, Government Initiatives for Self-reliance in Vegetable and Fruit Farming. Potential restraints include: Limited Resource Availability and Unfavourable Climatic Condition, Increasing Reliance on Imports for Domestic Supply. Notable trends are: Demand from the Global Textile Industry Drives the Market.

United States Imports of Cotton was US$814.94 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Imports of Cotton - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on September of 2025.

Market Size statistics on the Cotton Farming industry in the US

United States Exports of cotton to Bangladesh was US$251.68 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports of cotton to Bangladesh - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on September of 2025.

United States Exports of cotton yarn (cotton content less than 85%) to Bahamas was US$9 Thousand during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports of cotton yarn (cotton content less than 85%) to Bahamas - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on September of 2025.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Non-Hispanic population of Cotton Plant by race. It includes the distribution of the Non-Hispanic population of Cotton Plant across various race categories as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to understand the Non-Hispanic population distribution of Cotton Plant across relevant racial categories.

Key observations

Of the Non-Hispanic population in Cotton Plant, the largest racial group is Black or African American alone with a population of 341 (83.17% of the total Non-Hispanic population).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race: This column displays the racial categories (for Non-Hispanic) for the Cotton Plant
• Population: The population of the racial category (for Non-Hispanic) in the Cotton Plant is shown in this column.
• % of Total Population: This column displays the percentage distribution of each race as a proportion of Cotton Plant total Non-Hispanic population. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Cotton Plant Population by Race & Ethnicity. You can refer the same here

United States Imports: CIF: 3-Digit: Cotton Textile Fibers data was reported at 2.669 USD mn in May 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 2.026 USD mn for Apr 2018. United States Imports: CIF: 3-Digit: Cotton Textile Fibers data is updated monthly, averaging 2.338 USD mn from Jan 1996 (Median) to May 2018, with 269 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 77.898 USD mn in Jul 1996 and a record low of 0.672 USD mn in May 2013. United States Imports: CIF: 3-Digit: Cotton Textile Fibers data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by US Census Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s USA – Table US.JA017: Trade Statistics: SITC: Imports: CIF.

United States Exports: 3-Digit: Cotton Textile Fibers data was reported at 795.461 USD mn in May 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 865.179 USD mn for Apr 2018. United States Exports: 3-Digit: Cotton Textile Fibers data is updated monthly, averaging 313.686 USD mn from Jan 1996 (Median) to May 2018, with 269 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1.438 USD bn in Mar 2011 and a record low of 50.492 USD mn in Sep 1999. United States Exports: 3-Digit: Cotton Textile Fibers data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by US Census Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s USA – Table US.JA014: Trade Statistics: SITC: Exports: FAS.

Graph and download economic data for 90% Confidence Interval Lower Bound of Estimate of Percent of Related Children Age 5-17 in Families in Poverty for Cotton County, OK (PPCILB5T17OK40033A156NCEN) from 1989 to 2023 about Cotton County, OK; 5 to 17 years; OK; child; family; poverty; percent; and USA.

Cotton is a major crop produced in the United States and is also a major export good for the United States. In 2022, around **** million 480-pound bales of cotton were exported from the United States, which was a decrease from about **** million bales in the previous year.

Global cotton trade Cotton is an extremely versatile crop and can be used to produce sanitary products, textiles, paper products, among other things. As such, cotton is in high demand worldwide. In the 2021/22 crop year, the United States was the leading exporter of cotton, at *** million metric tons. India was another major exporter of cotton in that time period. The top three destinations for imported cotton in that year were China, Bangladesh, and Vietnam.

Leading cotton producing U.S. states Cotton has been a quintessential cash crop in the United States for centuries, particularly in the American South. In 2022, Texas produced about *** million bales of cotton, which was a larger volume than any other U.S. state. Georgia and Arkansas were the second and third leading producers of cotton in that year, with *** and **** million bales of cotton, respectively.

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