Top Manufacturing States in the United States 2026
The U.S. manufacturing industry continues to be a major driver of economic growth, innovation, and industrial demand. For companies that rely on motors, bearings, power transmission components, and automation equipment, the health of the manufacturing sector directly impacts production, investment, and supply chains.
According to research from MNI IndustrySelect, U.S. manufacturing remains one of the most powerful industries in the country, generating trillions of dollars in economic activity and supporting millions of jobs.
Key U.S. Manufacturing Statistics
- Manufacturing generated $1.64 trillion in exports in 2024.
- The industry performs over 50% of all U.S. private-sector R&D, investing $372 billion in 2022.
- Manufacturing accounts for roughly 20% of U.S. capital investment.
- Total manufacturing revenue is projected to approach $7 trillion in 2025.
- In 2023, manufacturing contributed $2.91 trillion to U.S. GDP.
Globally, the United States remains the second-largest manufacturing economy in the world, responsible for 16.3% of global manufacturing value added.
Top Manufacturing States in the U.S. in 2026
The following states lead the country in manufacturing jobs and number of industrial companies.
| State | Manufacturing Companies |
|---|---|
| California | 22,052 |
| Texas | 16,839 |
| Ohio | 13,907 |
| Illinois | 13,597 |
| Michigan | 11,515 |
| Pennsylvania | 13,005 |
| New York | 12,441 |
| Indiana | 7,772 |
| Wisconsin | 8,966 |
| North Carolina | 8,710 |
Supporting the Manufacturing Industry
Manufacturers depend on reliable industrial components to keep operations running efficiently. From motors and bearings to chains, sprockets, and gear reducers, quality power transmission products play a critical role in maintaining uptime.
MDS of Michigan is proud to support manufacturers across the Midwest and the United States by supplying high-quality industrial components and responsive service.
Source: Manufacturing statistics and state rankings courtesy of MNI IndustrySelect.
