Commuter Rail Systems Industry - Market Size, Trends, and Growth - 2025-2030
Industry Overview
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating local and suburban commuter rail systems over regular routes and on a regular schedule within a metropolitan area and its adjacent nonurban areas. Commuter rail is usually characterized by reduced fares, multiple ride and commutation tickets, and mostly used by passengers during the morning and evening peak periods.
Source: U.S. Census BureauMarket Size and Industry Forecast
This research report analyzes the market size and trends in the Commuter Rail Systems industry. It shows overall market size from 2020 to the present, and predicts industry growth through 2030. Revenues data include both public and private companies.
| Historical | Forecasted |
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
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| Market Size (Total Revenue) | Included in Report |
| % Growth Rate |
| Number of Companies |
| Total Employees |
| Average Revenue per Company |
| Average Employees per Company |
Source: U.S. government financial dataIndustry Revenue ($ Billions)
Industry Forecast ($ Billions)
Advanced econometric models forecast five years of industry growth based on short- and long-term trend analysis. Market size includes revenue generated from all products and services sold within the industry.
Geographic Breakdown by U.S. State
Market size by state reveals local opportunity through the number of companies located in the region. Each state's growth rate is affected by regional economic conditions. Data by state can be used to pinpoint profitable and nonprofitable locations for Commuter Rail Systems companies in the United States.
Commuter Rail Systems Revenue by State
Distribution by Company Size
| Company Size | All Industries | Commuter Rail Systems |
|---|
| Small Business (< 5 Employees) | Included |
| Small Business (5 - 20) |
| Midsized Business (20 - 100) |
| Large Business (100 - 500) |
| Enterprise (> 500) |
Commuter Rail Systems Industry Income Statement (Average Financial Metrics)
Financial statement analysis determines averages for the following industry forces:
- Cost of goods sold
- Compensation of officers
- Salaries and wages
- Employee benefit programs
- Rent paid
- Advertising and marketing budgets
The report includes a traditional income statement from an "average" company (both public and private companies are included).
| Industry Average | Percent of Sales |
|---|
| Total Revenue | Included |
| Operating Revenue |
| Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) |
| Gross Profit |
| Operating Expenses |
| Operating Income |
| Non-Operating Income |
| Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT) |
| Interest Expense |
| Earnings Before Taxes |
| Income Tax |
| Net Profit |
Average Income Statement
Cost of Goods Sold
Salaries, Wages, and Benefits
Rent
Advertising
Depreciation and Amortization
Officer Compensation
Net Income
Financial Ratio Analysis
Financial ratios allow a company's performance to be compared against that of its peers.
| Financial Ratio | Industry Average |
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| Profitability Ratios | Included |
| Profit Margin |
| ROE |
| ROA |
| Liquidity Ratios |
| Current Ratio |
| Quick Ratio |
| Activity Ratios |
| Average Collection Period |
| Asset Turnover Ratio |
| Receivables Turnover Ratio |
| Inventory Conversion Ratio |
Products and Services Mix
Product lines and services in the Commuter Rail Systems industry accounting for the largest revenue sources.
| Product Description | Description | Revenue
($ Millions) |
|---|
| Industry total | Included |
| Local, fixed-route passenger trans by road and transit rail |
| Loc, fixed-rte, pass trans on common carr road & trans rail syst |
Salary information for employees working in the Commuter Rail Systems industry.
| Title | Percent of Workforce | Bottom Quartile | Average (Median) Salary | Upper Quartile |
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| Management Occupations | 2% | Included |
| Chief Executives | 0% |
| General and Operations Managers | 1% |
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 9% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations | 11% |
| Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | 8% |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | 7% |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | 7% |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 74% |
| Motor Vehicle Operators | 66% |
| Bus Drivers | 65% |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | 61% |
Government Contracts
The federal government spent an annual total of
$3,851,929 on the commuter rail systems industry. It has awarded 75 contracts to 3 companies, with an average value of $1,283,976 per company.
Top Companies in Commuter Rail Systems and Adjacent Industries
| Company | Address | Revenue
($ Millions) |
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