Humanoid robotics in the United States is transitioning from research and pilot projects to commercial deployment, with American companies and policymakers driving innovation for both economic and national security interests. While global statistics highlight a rapidly expanding market, the U.S. is emerging as a leader in advanced robotics, AI integration, and strategic applications.
This post delivers a high level overview of the robotics market in the U.S. with links to additional OODA Loop research and reporting.
U.S. Market Growth and Adoption
- Rapid Expansion: The U.S. humanoid robotics market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 37% between 2025 and 2031, outpacing many global regions (The Robot Revolution And How Humanoid Is Racing to Commercial Deployment).
- North American Leadership: The U.S., alongside Canada and Mexico, is a major player in global humanoid robotics, with significant investments from major tech firms and defense agencies (Breakthroughs in Humanoid Robotics and the Dawn of Embodied AI).
- Sector Penetration: American adoption is strongest in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and security, with early deployments in factories, warehouses, and hospitals (Why would anyone want a humanoid robot?).
Year |
U.S. Market Size (USD) |
Projected Units (U.S. Share) |
2025 |
~$1.2B (est.) |
~0.15M |
2030 |
~$6.5B (est.) |
~0.6M |
2035 |
~$90B (est., global) |
~3M (U.S. share) |
Estimates based on regional breakdowns from global projections and U.S. market share data.
Key U.S. Players and Innovations
Strategic Applications
- Manufacturing & Logistics: U.S. factories and distribution centers are integrating humanoid robots to address labor shortages, improve efficiency, and maintain competitiveness (Why would anyone want a humanoid robot?).
- Healthcare: Humanoid robots are increasingly used for elder care, patient assistance, and routine medical tasks, responding to the needs of an aging population (The Robot Revolution And How Humanoid Is Racing to Commercial Deployment).
- Security: U.S. security companies, such as ADT Commercial, are actively trialing humanoid robots for monitoring and response roles, especially in critical infrastructure and public venues (Humanoid robots are leading the charge into ‘intelligent warfare’).
- Defense and National Security: The Department of Defense and affiliated research agencies are investing in humanoid robotics for logistics, battlefield support, and autonomous systems, with a focus on compressing the OODA loop for faster decision-making (OODA and The Future Battlespace: Deep Tech, Cybersecurity and National Security in the 21st Century).
Technological and Business Drivers
Challenges and Barriers
U.S. vs. Global Landscape
- Global Market: The global humanoid robot market is expected to grow from $2.92 billion in 2025 to $15.26 billion by 2030, with North America accounting for a significant share
- China’s Challenge: While China leads in mass production, supplies of critical components, and domestic adoption, the U.S. maintains an edge in advanced AI, high-value applications, and defense integration (The Geography of PRC Robotics: Charting China’s Robotic Future).
- Workforce Impact: Up to 40% of U.S. employees could see their roles augmented or transformed by humanoid robots, especially in sectors facing labor shortages or hazardous conditions (The Robot Revolution And How Humanoid Is Racing to Commercial Deployment).
Strategic Conclusions
We have begun tracking leading robotics companies in our OODA Company directory. Key ones delivering real capability today include:
- Cachai: Virginia-based B2B dual-use software startup providing collaborative autonomy orchestration for defense and aerospace applications.
- Scout AI: Silicon Valley defense tech startup developing AI-powered autonomy for military robotics with modular, hardware-agnostic solutions.
- Overland AI: Seattle-based company specializing in autonomous off-road tactical vehicles for military use in GPS-denied environments.
- Allen Control Systems: Austin-based defense robotics firm focused on autonomous weapon systems and counter-drone technologies.
- Saronic Technologies: Specializes in autonomous surface vessels for naval missions with a focus on autonomy and flexibility.
- Sanctuary AI: Vancouver-based robotics and AI company pioneering general-purpose humanoid robots with advanced dexterous manipulation.
- Apptronik: Texas-based robotics company creating AI-powered humanoid robots for industrial and logistics applications.
- 1X Technologies: Robotics firm specializing in safe, intelligent humanoid robots for home and enterprise environments.
- Agility Robotics: Oregon-based leader in bipedal humanoid robots designed for logistics and manufacturing automation.
- Figure AI: U.S. company developing general-purpose humanoid robots to augment workforce automation across industries.
About the Author
Bob Gourley
Bob Gourley is an experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Board Qualified Technical Executive (QTE), author and entrepreneur with extensive past performance in enterprise IT, corporate cybersecurity and data analytics. CTO of OODA LLC, a unique team of international experts which provide board advisory and cybersecurity consulting services. OODA publishes OODALoop.com. Bob has been an advisor to dozens of successful high tech startups and has conducted enterprise cybersecurity assessments for businesses in multiple sectors of the economy. He was a career Naval Intelligence Officer and is the former CTO of the Defense Intelligence Agency.
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