How Big is the Smart Cities Market | Industry Trends & Growth Insights 2025

Code: MTA9048 Publication Date: Sep 2025

What is the size of Smart Cities Market?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Global Smart Cities Market was valued at USD 655.1 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1607.6 Billion by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 15.10% during the forecast period (2025-2031).

The rising investments in urban infrastructure modernization, increasing demand for smart mobility and intelligent transport systems, supportive government initiatives for digital transformation, growing adoption of IoT-enabled solutions, and emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability in urban development are all driven by the market.

Key Growth Drivers of the Smart Cities Market

  • Growing adoption of IoT and AI-based smart infrastructure solutions
  • Rising demand for intelligent transport and traffic management systems
  • Increasing focus on energy-efficient buildings and renewable integration
  • Expanding implementation of smart grids and advanced utility management
  • Supportive government initiatives for digital and sustainable urbanization

Smart Cities Market Trends

Smart Cities Market is witnessing major growth with notable trends such as rising integration of IoT-enabled devices for smart governance, traffic management, and urban safety. The use of AI, big data, and cloud technologies is driving efficient resource use and decision-making in urban environments.

Adoption is being driven by the increasing demand for smart mobility solutions, such as connected transportation systems and EV charging infrastructure. City planning is also being impacted by the transition to digital healthcare systems, green building designs, and sustainable waste management. IoT integration, AI-powered urban management, smart mobility solutions, and sustainable city planning initiatives are all contributing to the market rapid growth.

Emerging Developments in the Smart Cities Market

Smart Cities Market is accelerating with the development of 5G-enabled infrastructure that supports real-time connectivity for urban applications. Operational efficiency is being improved by rising investments in edge computing and AI-powered urban services. Strategic collaborations between technology providers, construction firms, and municipalities are driving large-scale smart city projects.

Furthermore, to guarantee safe urban data management, cybersecurity framework innovations are being incorporated. The market is growing as a result of the expansion of intelligent lighting, water management systems, and smart energy storage systems. It is also driven by 5G infrastructure, AI-enabled urban services, and large-scale investments in intelligent energy, water, and security systems.

List of Leading Companies in the Smart Cities Market

Some of the leading companies include:

  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Siemens AG
  • IBM Corporation
  • Schneider Electric SE
  • Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • ABB Ltd.

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