In April 2026, the RV industry experienced a -16.87% year-over-year (YoY) decline, following -0.48% YoY decline in April 2025, according to Statistical Surveys Inc. (SSI), the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based subsidiary of Trader Interactive.
April is the eighth month in a row for a year-over-year decrease in retail registrations, and 16th out of the last 18 months dating back to October 2024. Only June and July last year saw an increase in retail sales in that time.
SSI does not publicly disclose the actual number of retail registrations.
New RV sales varied across categories:
- Motorized RVs: -11.46% YoY
- Towable RVs: -17.49% YoY
Category Performance: New RV Sales
Outperforming the Market
- Class C: -5.30%
- Class B: -15.10%
Performing in Line with the Market
- Travel Trailers: -17.08%
- Fifth Wheels: -17.93%
Underperforming the Market
- Class A: -26.30%
Used RV Market Trends: April 2026
Unlike new RVs, used RV sales saw positive YoY growth, rising by +5.66%. This could signal stronger consumer demand for pre-owned RV models.
Top-Performing Used RV Categories
- Travel Trailers: +9.02%
- Class B: +6.29%
Used RV Categories Performing in Line with the Market
- Fifth Wheels: +4.25%
Underperforming Used RV Categories
- Class C: +0.76%
- Class A: -4.25%
Regional Performance: Where Demand is Rising & Falling
Despite the decline for new RVs, some markets are significantly outperforming the national average, creating growth opportunities. However, other markets are experiencing steeper declines, indicating potential challenges for dealers. Below are some of the strongest and most-declining markets based on April 2026 data.
Top Growth Markets: April 2026
- Nogales, AZ → +300.00% YoY
- Juneau-Ketchikan, AK → +250.00% YoY
- Abilene, TX → +214.00% YoY
- Orangeburg, SC → +150.00% YoY
- Athens, OH → +100.00% YoY
Declining Markets: April 2026
- Danville, VA → -87.50% YoY
- Blytheville, AR → -83.33% YoY
- Logan, WV → -83.33% YoY
- Jacksonville, IL → -70.00% YoY
- Mitchell, SC → -68.75% YoY
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