How Many Padel Courts Are There in the USA? 2026 Guide
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US padel · Updated June 2026
The USA has over 1,000 padel courts as of 2026, spread across 37+ states, with the number changing as new clubs open regularly. Florida leads with the highest concentration, followed by California, Texas, New York, Illinois, Arizona, Colorado and North Carolina. The exact count varies by source depending on whether private, planned and multi-sport facility courts are included.
How many padel courts are in the USA?
The US crossed the 1,000 courts mark in 2025–2026. Growth has been rapid — from roughly 700 courts in 2024 to 1,000+ by April 2026, a 50%+ year-over-year increase. The player base has grown alongside the courts, now estimated at over 1 million active padel players.
Different directories give slightly different numbers because some count only open courts and others include courts under construction, planned or part of private clubs with restricted access. The best approach is to use the number as a directional indicator rather than a fixed fact.
Why US padel court numbers change so quickly
- Open vs planned courts: some counts include future venues
- Private vs public access: private club courts may not appear in directories
- Multi-sport venues: some venues list padel alongside tennis, pickleball or squash
- Fast openings: a single club can add 4–8 courts at once
- Directory lag: court locator sites update after venues open or close
Top US states for padel courts
Florida, California and Texas account for the majority of US courts. Florida alone has roughly 40% of the national total, driven by Miami and South Florida's strong padel culture. California, Texas, New York, Illinois, Arizona and Colorado round out the top states.
- Florida padel guide
- California padel guide
- Texas padel guide
- New York padel guide
- Best states for padel in the USA
- US padel overview
How to find padel courts near you
- Google Maps: search “padel near me” or “padel courts [city]”
- Playtomic: booking app that lists available courts in many US cities
- Padel Courts Locator: padelcourtslocator.com/united-states
- Club websites: always confirm availability and booking directly
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Frequently asked questions
How many padel courts are there in the USA in 2026?
The USA has over 1,000 padel courts as of 2026 across 37+ states, up from roughly 700 in 2024. The exact number changes as new venues open regularly.
Which US state has the most padel courts?
Florida leads with approximately 40% of US padel courts, concentrated around Miami and South Florida. California, Texas, New York, Illinois and Arizona also have significant court density.
Why does the USA have fewer padel courts than pickleball courts?
Padel requires purpose-built glass-walled courts costing $80k–$120k each. Pickleball can be installed on existing hard courts for much less, making it easier to scale rapidly.
Will the number of US padel courts keep growing?
Yes. Investment from premium club operators, luxury wellness developers and racket-sport venues is driving continued US padel expansion, particularly in Florida, California, Texas and the Northeast.