Market overview
The global hygrometer market is worth USD 788 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 1.3 bn by 2036, growing at a 5.3% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Capacitive electronic is the largest by type segment.
| Scope | Instruments that measure air humidity, including handheld, fixed and transmitter-type hygrometers with capacitive, dew point and psychrometric sensors for industry, labs and buildings. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Testing Equipment |
| Value 2025 | USD 750 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 788 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 1.3 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 5.3% |
| Volume 2026 | 4,688 thousand units |
| Volume 2036 | 7,255 thousand units |
| Average price 2026 | USD 168 per unit |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Hygrometer market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 787.5 mn |
| 2027 | USD 829.2 mn |
| 2028 | USD 873.2 mn |
| 2029 | USD 919.5 mn |
| 2030 | USD 968.2 mn |
| 2031 | USD 1.02 bn |
| 2032 | USD 1.07 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1.13 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1.19 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.25 bn |
| 2036 | USD 1.32 bn |
Hygrometer market segmentation
By type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacitive electronic | 66.0% | 67.6% | USD 520 mn | 5.6% |
| Dew point | 14.0% | 13.7% | USD 110 mn | 5.1% |
| Psychrometers and mechanical | 12.0% | 8.8% | USD 94 mn | 2.1% |
| Data loggers with humidity | 8.0% | 9.9% | USD 63 mn | 7.6% |
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and buildings | 28.0% | 27.7% | USD 220 mn | 5.2% |
| Pharma and food | 22.0% | 22.8% | USD 173 mn | 5.7% |
| Industrial processes | 22.0% | 21.8% | USD 173 mn | 5.2% |
| Meteorology and agriculture | 14.0% | 13.2% | USD 110 mn | 4.7% |
| Other | 14.0% | 14.5% | USD 110 mn | 5.7% |
By measurement range
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 100 percent RH | 62.0% | 60.0% | USD 488 mn | 5.0% |
| Low humidity and trace | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 158 mn | 5.3% |
| Dew point to minus 80 °C | 18.0% | 20.0% | USD 142 mn | 6.4% |
By mounting
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handheld | 30.0% | 26.0% | USD 236 mn | 3.8% |
| Duct and wall mounted | 38.0% | 38.0% | USD 299 mn | 5.3% |
| Probe-based | 32.0% | 36.0% | USD 252 mn | 6.5% |
By accuracy
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within plus or minus 3 percent RH | 44.0% | 36.0% | USD 346 mn | 3.2% |
| Within plus or minus 2 percent RH | 36.0% | 38.0% | USD 284 mn | 5.9% |
| Within plus or minus 1 percent RH | 20.0% | 26.0% | USD 158 mn | 8.1% |
Top 25 countries for hygrometer by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 81.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 94.7%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 173 mn | 22.0% | USD 269 mn | 4.5% |
| 2 | China | USD 158 mn | 20.0% | USD 310 mn | 7.0% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 71 mn | 9.0% | USD 106 mn | 4.1% |
| 4 | Japan | USD 63 mn | 8.0% | USD 88 mn | 3.5% |
| 5 | India | USD 39 mn | 5.0% | USD 90 mn | 8.6% |
| 6 | United Kingdom | USD 32 mn | 4.0% | USD 46 mn | 3.9% |
| 7 | France | USD 32 mn | 4.0% | USD 46 mn | 3.9% |
| 8 | South Korea | USD 28 mn | 3.5% | USD 48 mn | 5.6% |
| 9 | Italy | USD 24 mn | 3.0% | USD 36 mn | 4.2% |
| 10 | Canada | USD 20 mn | 2.5% | USD 30 mn | 4.4% |
| 11 | Mexico | USD 15 mn | 1.9% | USD 28 mn | 6.2% |
| 12 | Spain | USD 13 mn | 1.7% | USD 20 mn | 4.4% |
| 13 | Netherlands | USD 12 mn | 1.5% | USD 18 mn | 4.3% |
| 14 | Turkey | USD 10 mn | 1.3% | USD 19 mn | 6.2% |
| 15 | Poland | USD 9.1 mn | 1.1% | USD 17 mn | 6.3% |
| 16 | Thailand | USD 8.0 mn | 1.0% | USD 15 mn | 6.2% |
| 17 | Vietnam | USD 7.0 mn | 0.9% | USD 13 mn | 6.2% |
| 18 | Indonesia | USD 6.2 mn | 0.8% | USD 11 mn | 6.2% |
| 19 | Australia | USD 5.4 mn | 0.7% | USD 8.8 mn | 5.0% |
| 20 | Sweden | USD 4.8 mn | 0.6% | USD 7.4 mn | 4.4% |
| 21 | Switzerland | USD 4.2 mn | 0.5% | USD 6.5 mn | 4.3% |
| 22 | Austria | USD 3.7 mn | 0.5% | USD 5.7 mn | 4.4% |
| 23 | Belgium | USD 3.3 mn | 0.4% | USD 5.0 mn | 4.2% |
| 24 | Czech Republic | USD 2.9 mn | 0.4% | USD 4.8 mn | 5.0% |
| 25 | Malaysia | USD 2.5 mn | 0.3% | USD 4.6 mn | 6.2% |
| Rest of world | USD 42 mn | 5.3% | USD 68 mn | 4.9% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Vaisala
- Testo
- Teledyne FLIR
- Fluke Corporation
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Rotronic
- Michell Instruments
- Dwyer Instruments
- Omega Engineering
- Hanna Instruments
- E+E Elektronik
- Kimo Instruments
- Lufft
- Delta OHM
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Elitech
- Lascar Electronics
- Onset Computer
- Kestrel Meters
- SensorPush
- Govee
- Gemini Data Loggers
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the hygrometer market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 5.3% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by type, by end use, by measurement range, by mounting, by accuracy. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the hygrometer market?
The global hygrometer market is estimated at USD 750 mn in 2025 and USD 788 mn in 2026.
How fast will the hygrometer market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 1.3 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 5.3% from 2026, an increase of USD 532 mn.
Which country is the largest market for hygrometer?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 173 mn in 2026, 22.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 51.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 8.6% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which hygrometer segment is largest?
In the by type split, Capacitive electronic is the largest segment with 66.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading hygrometer companies?
Global leaders include Vaisala, Testo, Teledyne FLIR, Fluke Corporation.
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