According to a study on online radio's weekly reach in the United States from 2000 to 2025, during an average week in 2025, ** percent of the U.S. population listened to online radio, up from ** percent in 2023 and 2024.

The reach of online radio in the United States has increased sharply in the last decade, with ** percent of the U.S. population having listened to the online radio in the past month in 2023, compared to ** percent ten years previously. Weekly online radio consumption among U.S. listeners has also increased, growing from ** percent in 2007 to ** percent in 2023.

During an average week in between fall 2022 and fall 2024, **** percent of 'Classical' radio listeners in the United States were over 65 years of age. Considering the distribution of various radio formats' audience by age, it is clear to see that this genre is less appealing to the young, with only *** percent of adults aged under 25 tuning in to "Classical" radio.

This table contains 195 series, with data for years 1999 - 2007 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years), and is no longer being released. This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (1 item: Canada), Radio station format (13 items: Adult contemporary music;Album-oriented-rock music;Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC);Contemporary music; ...), Audience characteristics (15 items: Teens 12 to 17 years;Males 18 years and over;Males 18 to 24 years;Males 25 to 34 years; ...).

This table contains 143 series, with data for years 1999 - 2007 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years), and is no longer being released. This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (11 items: Canada;Newfoundland and Labrador;Prince Edward Island;Nova Scotia; ...), Radio station format (13 items: Adult contemporary music;Album-oriented-rock music;Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC);Contemporary music; ...).

During an average week in June 2024, radio reached **** percent of all American men aged over 55 years of age. Men of this age or older were the group most engaged with radio, although listening frequency was similar among men and women.

This table contains 234 series, with data for years 1999 - 2007 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years), and is no longer being released. This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (13 items: Canada;Newfoundland and Labrador;Prince Edward Island;Nova Scotia; ...), Audience characteristics (18 items: Total audience population 12 years and over;Teens 12 to 17 years;Males 18 years and over;Males 18 to 24 years; ...).

Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 12-19 years old data was reported at 1,361.000 Person th in Dec 2023. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1,523.000 Person th for Nov 2023. Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 12-19 years old data is updated monthly, averaging 1,050.000 Person th from Jan 2014 (Median) to Dec 2023, with 120 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,630.000 Person th in Jun 2020 and a record low of 838.000 Person th in Mar 2023. Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 12-19 years old data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.TB008: Number of Radio Listeners by Generation. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 40-59 years old data was reported at 3,699.000 Person th in Dec 2023. This records a decrease from the previous number of 3,901.000 Person th for Nov 2023. Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 40-59 years old data is updated monthly, averaging 3,949.000 Person th from Jan 2014 (Median) to Dec 2023, with 120 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 5,439.000 Person th in Oct 2016 and a record low of 3,410.000 Person th in Oct 2019. Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 40-59 years old data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.TB008: Number of Radio Listeners by Generation. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

According to a study on radio reach in the United States in 2023, during an average week that year, radio reached 65.1 percent of all women between 35 and 64 years of age during the hours from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 60-71 years old data was reported at 2,793.000 Person th in Dec 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,669.000 Person th for Nov 2023. Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 60-71 years old data is updated monthly, averaging 1,785.000 Person th from Jan 2014 (Median) to Dec 2023, with 120 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,793.000 Person th in Dec 2023 and a record low of 855.000 Person th in Mar 2014. Thailand Number of Radio Listener: 60-71 years old data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.TB008: Number of Radio Listeners by Generation. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

The Radio Broadcasting industry in France is grappling with a significant transformation as traditional radio listenership continues its long-term decline. With weekly radio listeners dipping from 43.3 million in 2012 to 38.7 million projected in 2024, according to Lettre Pro, it's clear that consumer preferences are shifting towards digital platforms like streaming services and podcasts. The level of digitalisation, size of the over 65-year-old population and demand from advertisers are also key influences on the performance of the French radio broadcasting industry. Revenue is anticipated to fall at a compound annual rate of 5.6% to £814.5 million over the five years through 2025, reflecting a challenging period marked by heightened competition from digital platforms, evolving listener habits and reduced demand from advertisers. In an increasingly digital age, major French broadcasters like Radio France and NRJ Group have had to continuously innovate their offering, like incorporating digital audio broadcasting (DAB), to stay relevant. The rapid rise of podcasting, both as a listenable and watchable experience, has lifted a considerable chunk of the audience from terrestrial radio, although it has opened up new revenue channels for radio broadcasters as they turn programmes into podcast format. The ease of streaming music due to the simple monthly subscription fee offered by the likes of Spotify and Apple Music enables music fans to stream essentially every song on demand while also having personalised playlists created for them and AI DJs knowing what the listener wants to hear before they themselves do. Radio broadcasters have integrated Radio Data System (RDS), which allows them to send information, including station name, song title or traffic updates, to the dashboard of the radio system, helping to improve the listener experience. Moreover, simulcasting (broadcasting the same program on different platforms simultaneously) helps to reach a broader audience and cater to listener preferences. Looking ahead, the French radio industry is anticipated to endure further challenges. Broadcasters are set to continue losing young audiences to digital alternatives unless they invest in specialised content that could entice younger listeners weary of streaming algorithms. By offering niche programming and high-profile hosts, radio stations can distinguish themselves and revitalise their listener base. Consolidation activity among commercial stations is expected to heighten as they seek to counter global streaming services' competition. While these dynamics present hurdles, they also offer avenues for innovation and adaptation in the evolving radio broadcasting landscape. Over the five years through 2030, revenue is forecast to dwindle at a compound annual rate of 1.6%, reaching £751.9 million. Profit is likely to stabilise as broadcasters streamline their operations and capitalise on monetising digital channels.

Use of mass-media and preferred sources of information in the Lebanon. Topics: Listener level; preferred program of domestic and foreign radio stations; interest in education programs on radio and television; possession of television set or acquisition plans; television habits and preferred broadcasts; reading radio or television magazines; preferred source of information for news; judgement on products of various countries; brand knowledge with radio equipment and electric household appliances; knowledge of foreign languages. Demography: age (classified); sex; religious denomination; school education; occupation; size of household. Nutzung von Massenmedien und bevorzugte Informationsquellen in Libanon. Themen: Hörerniveau; bevorzugte Programme von in- und ausländischen Radiostationen; Interesse an Bildungsprogrammen in Rundfunk und Fernsehen; Besitz von Fernsehgerät bzw. Anschaffungspläne; Fernsehgewohnheiten und präferierte Sendungen; Lesen von Rundfunk- bzw. Fernsehzeitschriften; bevorzugte Informationsquelle für Nachrichten; Beurteilung der Produkte verschiedener Länder; Markenkenntnis bei Rundfunkgeräten und elektrischen Haushaltsgeräten; Fremdsprachenkenntnisse. Demographie: Alter (klassiert); Geschlecht; Konfession; Schulbildung; Beruf; Haushaltsgröße. Age: 16 and older. No exact information is available about the sampling procedure.

This table contains 195 series, with data for years 1999 - 2007 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years), and is no longer being released. This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (1 item: Canada), Radio station format (13 items: Adult contemporary music;Album-oriented-rock music;Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC);Contemporary music; ...), Audience characteristics (15 items: Teens 12 to 17 years;Males 18 years and over;Males 18 to 24 years;Males 25 to 34 years; ...).

Country music stations were most prevalent in the United States in 2023, with 2,164 unique stations in the country that year. Also popular were news and talk shows, with over 2,000 stations falling in this category.

PERIOD: 1936-1937 year-end. SOURCE: [Statistics and reports of major countries].

PERIOD: 1935-1936 year-end. SOURCE: [Statistics and reports of major countries].

Radio broadcasting has undergone a steady decline over the past few decades as a result of shrinking listenership and falling advertising interest. In the past, radio stations enjoyed almost exclusive access to the audience's ears, offering them a variety of music and audio entertainment. However, with competition from podcasts and music streaming platforms soaring, many people are opting for these alternative media. Over the five years through 2025, radio broadcasting revenue is projected to fall at a compound annual rate of 5.6%, including an estimated 3.9% dip in 2025 alone, to sit at a projected €8.1 billion. Europe's radio market is largely dominated by state-supported public service broadcasters (PSBs), which hold the most popular station in 56% of markets, according to estimates by the European Broadcasting Union. These include the likes of the BBC in the UK, Germany's Deutschlandradio and Italy’s RAI. These public broadcasters boast an array of stations catering to different audience preferences. Instead of leaning on ads for revenue, they largely derive their funding from license fees or direct taxes, protecting their revenue from advertisers’ willingness to invest in radio. Commercial broadcasters have had a more difficult period. Their reliance on advertiser income means that they have been especially impacted by lower listenership and advertiser flight to digital marketing and profitability has been hindered. Digitisation poses both an opportunity and a challenge for radio. On the one hand, digital radio platforms like BBC Sounds have made it considerably easier to broadcast beyond borders, reaching out to global audiences. Broadcasts can also use digital platforms to integrate radio and podcasts, allowing them to tap into the growing podcast market. However, music streaming is posing an ever-greater threat to radio listenership. This intensifying competition could lead to market consolidation as smaller radio stations struggle to compete both nationally and internationally. Radio broadcasting revenue is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 0.1% over the five years through 2030, reaching €8.1 billion.

In a 2024 survey about listening to the radio in Australia, it was estimated that most radio listeners were aged between 25 and 54, with **** million aged between 25 and 39, and **** million between ** and **.

Between October 2021 and March 2022, Russians aged between 12 and 34 years old who listened to radio via the internet accounted for ** percent of the country's total radio audience in that age category. That was the highest share of online radio users compared to other age groups. Amongst the generation aged 55 years and older, online radio listeners accounted for ** percent of the radio audience.