This statistic shows the usage of disposable cups and plates in the United States from 2011 to 2020 and a forecast thereof until 2024. The data has been calculated by Statista based on the U.S. Census data and Simmons National Consumer Survey (NHCS). According to this statistic, 219.73 million Americans used disposable cups and plates in 2020. This figure is projected to increase to 226.04 million in 2024.
U.S. population: Usage of disposable cups and plates from 2011 to 2024
* Forecast. The figures presented reflect the respective population in the United States. Statista calculated the figures based on the U.S. Census data and Simmons National Consumer Survey (NHCS). Forecasts were created by Statista using mathematical approach of extrapolation. Number of respondents (in millions): 2011: 311.58, 2012: 313.87, 2013: 316.06, 2014: 318.39, 2015: 320.74, 2016: 323.07, 2017: 325.15, 2018: 327.17, 2019: 330.27, 2020 (forecast): 332.64, 2021 (forecast): 335.00 2022 (forecast): 337.34, 2023 (forecast): 339.67, 2024 (forecast): 341.96.
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