The sensors market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $238.39 billion in 2025 to $261.61 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to advances in semiconductor fabrication, growing adoption of automation in manufacturing, demand for consumer electronics, increasing automotive safety regulations, expansion of industrial monitoring systems.
The sensors market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $375.12 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to emergence of smart cities, growth of electric and autonomous vehicles, rising IoT deployment in industries, increasing healthcare monitoring requirements, adoption of edge computing for real-time analytics. Major trends in the forecast period include miniaturization and high-precision sensing, wireless and low-power sensor networks, multi-modal sensor integration, advanced signal processing and analytics, environment-adaptive and self-calibrating sensors.
The rising demand for automation is expected to drive growth in the sensors market in the coming years. Automation involves using machines or software to perform tasks automatically, reducing the need for human intervention. This demand is growing because automation significantly boosts efficiency by enabling faster and error-free execution of repetitive tasks, helping businesses lower costs and maintain competitiveness. As automation expands, the need for sensors increases, since sensors allow machines to detect, measure, and respond to real-world conditions, facilitating precise and autonomous decision-making. For example, in September 2024, the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based non-profit organization, reported that 2023 saw the second-largest annual installation of robotic units, totaling 541,302. China, with 276,288 industrial robots installed - accounting for 51% of the total - remained the world’s largest market. Thus, growing automation demand will support the expansion of the sensors market.
Leading companies in the sensors market are focusing on developing advanced wireless sensor solutions to enable real-time remote monitoring and data collection in challenging or hazardous environments. A wireless sensor detects and measures physical or environmental conditions and transmits the data wirelessly to a central system for monitoring or analysis. For instance, in November 2023, Worldsensing, a Spain-based IoT company, launched the Vibration Meter, a wireless sensor designed for vibration monitoring. This device employs a tri-axial MEMS accelerometer and offers longer battery life, greater communication range, and a more competitive price compared to existing vibration technologies while complying with key regulatory standards. It features an advanced algorithm to monitor vibration thresholds and frequency, continuously collecting data at 1,000 MHz on-site. Data is transmitted via a cellular gateway using Worldsensing’s Long Range (LoRa) antenna, providing up to 15 km of range and compatibility with other Worldsensing devices and networks. Powered by a user-replaceable 3.6 V D-size battery, the device can operate for up to two years with a 30-minute reporting interval and functions reliably in extreme temperatures ranging from -40°C to 80°C.
In January 2024, ABB Ltd., a Switzerland-based technology company, acquired Real Tech for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition strengthened ABB’s presence in the water sector by incorporating advanced optical sensor technology into its portfolio. The strategic move enhances ABB’s smart water solutions capabilities and positions the company to leverage growing global demand for sustainable water management. Real Tech is a Canada-based optical sensor manufacturer.
Major companies operating in the sensors market are Robert Bosch GmbH, Siemens AG, TDK Electronics AG, Infineon Technologies AG, KEYENCE Corporation, Ametek Inc., Banner Engineering Corp., WIKA Alexander Wiegand GmbH & Co. KG, Pepperl+Fuchs Inc., Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG, Baumer Ltd., PCB Piezotronics Inc., Gefran S.p.A, First Sensor AG, KELLER AG, Micro Sensor Co. Ltd., Merit Sensor, di-soric, Sensitron, Spectra Symbol Corp., Proxitron GmbH, Holykell Sensor Inc., KWJ Engineering Inc., Novotechnik U.S. Inc., RIFTEK LLC.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs have affected the sensor market by increasing costs for importing semiconductor components and precision manufacturing tools, leading to price adjustments and supply chain disruptions. The industrial and automotive sensor segments, particularly in regions such as North America and Europe that rely on imports from Asia-Pacific, are most impacted. However, these tariffs are encouraging local manufacturing and innovation in sensor design, potentially boosting domestic production capabilities and supporting cost-optimized sensor solutions.
The sensors market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides sensors market statistics, including sensors industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a sensors market share, detailed sensors market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the sensors industry. This sensors market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
Sensors are devices that detect and respond to changes in their environment by converting physical variations into signals that can be interpreted. They work by monitoring different types of input and transforming that input into data that can be analyzed or used. These devices are crucial for enabling systems to perceive and interact with their surroundings, facilitating automation, monitoring, and control across various industries.
The primary types of sensors include radar sensors, touch sensors, temperature and humidity sensors, biosensors, level sensors, pressure and flow sensors, optical sensors, image sensors, and others. Radar sensors operate by using radio waves to determine the distance, speed, and presence of objects within their detection area. They utilize technologies such as micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS), complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS), nano-electro-mechanical systems (NEMS), among others, and serve end-users in sectors like consumer electronics, automotive, biomedical and healthcare, industrial, aerospace and defense, and more.North America was the largest region in the sensors market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the sensors market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the sensors market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The sensors market consists of sales of environmental monitoring devices, magnetic field detectors, flow measurement instruments, and rotation monitors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The sensors market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $375.12 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to emergence of smart cities, growth of electric and autonomous vehicles, rising IoT deployment in industries, increasing healthcare monitoring requirements, adoption of edge computing for real-time analytics. Major trends in the forecast period include miniaturization and high-precision sensing, wireless and low-power sensor networks, multi-modal sensor integration, advanced signal processing and analytics, environment-adaptive and self-calibrating sensors.
The rising demand for automation is expected to drive growth in the sensors market in the coming years. Automation involves using machines or software to perform tasks automatically, reducing the need for human intervention. This demand is growing because automation significantly boosts efficiency by enabling faster and error-free execution of repetitive tasks, helping businesses lower costs and maintain competitiveness. As automation expands, the need for sensors increases, since sensors allow machines to detect, measure, and respond to real-world conditions, facilitating precise and autonomous decision-making. For example, in September 2024, the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based non-profit organization, reported that 2023 saw the second-largest annual installation of robotic units, totaling 541,302. China, with 276,288 industrial robots installed - accounting for 51% of the total - remained the world’s largest market. Thus, growing automation demand will support the expansion of the sensors market.
Leading companies in the sensors market are focusing on developing advanced wireless sensor solutions to enable real-time remote monitoring and data collection in challenging or hazardous environments. A wireless sensor detects and measures physical or environmental conditions and transmits the data wirelessly to a central system for monitoring or analysis. For instance, in November 2023, Worldsensing, a Spain-based IoT company, launched the Vibration Meter, a wireless sensor designed for vibration monitoring. This device employs a tri-axial MEMS accelerometer and offers longer battery life, greater communication range, and a more competitive price compared to existing vibration technologies while complying with key regulatory standards. It features an advanced algorithm to monitor vibration thresholds and frequency, continuously collecting data at 1,000 MHz on-site. Data is transmitted via a cellular gateway using Worldsensing’s Long Range (LoRa) antenna, providing up to 15 km of range and compatibility with other Worldsensing devices and networks. Powered by a user-replaceable 3.6 V D-size battery, the device can operate for up to two years with a 30-minute reporting interval and functions reliably in extreme temperatures ranging from -40°C to 80°C.
In January 2024, ABB Ltd., a Switzerland-based technology company, acquired Real Tech for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition strengthened ABB’s presence in the water sector by incorporating advanced optical sensor technology into its portfolio. The strategic move enhances ABB’s smart water solutions capabilities and positions the company to leverage growing global demand for sustainable water management. Real Tech is a Canada-based optical sensor manufacturer.
Major companies operating in the sensors market are Robert Bosch GmbH, Siemens AG, TDK Electronics AG, Infineon Technologies AG, KEYENCE Corporation, Ametek Inc., Banner Engineering Corp., WIKA Alexander Wiegand GmbH & Co. KG, Pepperl+Fuchs Inc., Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG, Baumer Ltd., PCB Piezotronics Inc., Gefran S.p.A, First Sensor AG, KELLER AG, Micro Sensor Co. Ltd., Merit Sensor, di-soric, Sensitron, Spectra Symbol Corp., Proxitron GmbH, Holykell Sensor Inc., KWJ Engineering Inc., Novotechnik U.S. Inc., RIFTEK LLC.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs have affected the sensor market by increasing costs for importing semiconductor components and precision manufacturing tools, leading to price adjustments and supply chain disruptions. The industrial and automotive sensor segments, particularly in regions such as North America and Europe that rely on imports from Asia-Pacific, are most impacted. However, these tariffs are encouraging local manufacturing and innovation in sensor design, potentially boosting domestic production capabilities and supporting cost-optimized sensor solutions.
The sensors market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides sensors market statistics, including sensors industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a sensors market share, detailed sensors market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the sensors industry. This sensors market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
Sensors are devices that detect and respond to changes in their environment by converting physical variations into signals that can be interpreted. They work by monitoring different types of input and transforming that input into data that can be analyzed or used. These devices are crucial for enabling systems to perceive and interact with their surroundings, facilitating automation, monitoring, and control across various industries.
The primary types of sensors include radar sensors, touch sensors, temperature and humidity sensors, biosensors, level sensors, pressure and flow sensors, optical sensors, image sensors, and others. Radar sensors operate by using radio waves to determine the distance, speed, and presence of objects within their detection area. They utilize technologies such as micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS), complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS), nano-electro-mechanical systems (NEMS), among others, and serve end-users in sectors like consumer electronics, automotive, biomedical and healthcare, industrial, aerospace and defense, and more.North America was the largest region in the sensors market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the sensors market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the sensors market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The sensors market consists of sales of environmental monitoring devices, magnetic field detectors, flow measurement instruments, and rotation monitors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Sensors Market Characteristics
3. Sensors Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Sensors Market Trends and Strategies
5. Sensors Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Sensors Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Sensors Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Sensors Market Segmentation
10. Sensors Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Sensors Market
12. China Sensors Market
13. India Sensors Market
14. Japan Sensors Market
15. Australia Sensors Market
16. Indonesia Sensors Market
17. South Korea Sensors Market
18. Taiwan Sensors Market
19. South East Asia Sensors Market
20. Western Europe Sensors Market
21. UK Sensors Market
22. Germany Sensors Market
23. France Sensors Market
24. Italy Sensors Market
25. Spain Sensors Market
26. Eastern Europe Sensors Market
27. Russia Sensors Market
28. North America Sensors Market
29. USA Sensors Market
30. Canada Sensors Market
31. South America Sensors Market
32. Brazil Sensors Market
33. Middle East Sensors Market
34. Africa Sensors Market
36. Sensors Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Sensors Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Sensors Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
Executive Summary
Sensors Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses sensors market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for sensors? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The sensors market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Type: Radar Sensors; Touch Sensors; Temperature And Humidity Sensors; Biosensors; Level Sensors; Pressure And Flow Sensors; Optical Sensors; Image Sensors; Other Types2) By Technology: Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS); Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS); Nano-Electro-Mechanical Systems (NEMS); Other Technologies
3) By End-Users: Consumer Electronics; Automotive; Biomedical And Healthcare; Industrial; Aerospace And Defense; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Radar Sensors: Short-Range Radar; Medium-Range Radar; Long-Range Radar; Imaging Radar; Doppler Radar2) By Touch Sensors: Resistive Touch Sensors; Capacitive Touch Sensors; Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) Sensors; Infrared Touch Sensors; Optical Imaging Touch Sensors
3) By Temperature And Humidity Sensors: Thermocouples; Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs); Thermistors; Infrared Temperature Sensors; Capacitive Humidity Sensors; Resistive Humidity Sensors; Thermal Conductivity Humidity Sensors
4) By Biosensors: Electrochemical Biosensors; Optical Biosensors; Piezoelectric Biosensors; Thermal Biosensors; Nanomechanical Biosensors
5) By Level Sensors: Contact Level Sensors; Non-contact Level Sensors; Ultrasonic Level Sensors; Capacitive Level Sensors; Radar Level Sensors; Optical Level Sensors; Conductive Level Sensors
6) By Pressure And Flow Sensors: Absolute Pressure Sensors; Gauge Pressure Sensors; Differential Pressure Sensors; Electromagnetic Flow Sensors; Ultrasonic Flow Sensors; Coriolis Flow Sensors; Thermal Mass Flow Sensors
7) By Optical Sensors: Photodiodes; Phototransistors; Photoelectric Sensors; Fiber Optic Sensors; Infrared Sensors; Ambient Light Sensors
8) By Image Sensors: CMOS Image Sensors; CCD Image Sensors; Infrared Image Sensors; 3D Image Sensors; X-ray Image Sensors
9) By Other Types: Proximity Sensors; Gas Sensors; Motion Sensors; Magnetic Sensors; Acoustic Sensors; Vibration Sensors
Companies Mentioned: Robert Bosch GmbH; Siemens AG; TDK Electronics AG; Infineon Technologies AG; KEYENCE Corporation; Ametek Inc.; Banner Engineering Corp.; WIKA Alexander Wiegand GmbH & Co. KG; Pepperl+Fuchs Inc.; Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG; Baumer Ltd.; PCB Piezotronics Inc.; Gefran S.p.A; First Sensor AG; KELLER AG; Micro Sensor Co. Ltd.; Merit Sensor; di-soric; Sensitron; Spectra Symbol Corp.; Proxitron GmbH; Holykell Sensor Inc.; KWJ Engineering Inc.; Novotechnik U.S. Inc.; RIFTEK LLC
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Sensors market report include:- Robert Bosch GmbH
- Siemens AG
- TDK Electronics AG
- Infineon Technologies AG
- KEYENCE Corporation
- Ametek Inc.
- Banner Engineering Corp.
- WIKA Alexander Wiegand GmbH & Co. KG
- Pepperl+Fuchs Inc.
- Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG
- Baumer Ltd.
- PCB Piezotronics Inc.
- Gefran S.p.A
- First Sensor AG
- KELLER AG
- Micro Sensor Co. Ltd.
- Merit Sensor
- di-soric
- Sensitron
- Spectra Symbol Corp.
- Proxitron GmbH
- Holykell Sensor Inc.
- KWJ Engineering Inc.
- Novotechnik U.S. Inc.
- RIFTEK LLC
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 261.61 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 375.12 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 9.4% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 26 |
