Top 10 U.S. Manufacturers of Household Appliances

ANALYSIS, May 9, 2025 — U.S.-based manufacturers remain a central force in the global home appliance industry, with a combination of industrial scale, distribution depth and long-standing consumer trust. From refrigerators and washing machines to stovetops and dishwashers, American companies have managed to hold their ground amid growing international competition.

The top 10 manufacturers lead the market by consistently investing in product quality, after-sales service and domestic production capabilities. While cost pressures and offshore competition have mounted, these companies have either expanded local operations or strategically retained core functions in the U.S. to retain consumer loyalty.

Whirlpool Corporation – Benton Harbor, Michigan

Whirlpool has remained the top manufacturer by volume and brand recognition. The company’s portfolio includes Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Amana. With nine U.S. manufacturing facilities and a strong network of authorized service providers, the company continues to dominate across multiple appliance categories.

GE Appliances – Louisville, Kentucky

Once part of General Electric, GE Appliances is now owned by Haier but operates as an independent entity with full manufacturing control in the U.S. The company’s Louisville headquarters houses a major appliance park, representing one of the country’s largest home appliance manufacturing hubs.

Electrolux North America – Charlotte, North Carolina

Though Electrolux is headquartered in Sweden, its U.S. operations are extensive, including Frigidaire. The Charlotte-based North America division runs manufacturing plants in Tennessee and South Carolina and maintains a significant market share across major home categories.

Sub-Zero Group, Inc. – Madison, Wisconsin

Privately owned and committed to premium craftsmanship, Sub-Zero and its Wolf and Cove brands are known for luxury refrigeration and cooking equipment. The company’s commitment to U.S. manufacturing and custom-fit appliances gives it an edge in high-end home installations.

Viking Range – Greenwood, Mississippi

Viking, now a unit of The Middleby Corporation, has been a pioneer in bringing professional-grade appliances into residential kitchens. The company’s Greenwood facility continues to anchor its domestic manufacturing reputation, especially in cooking appliances.

Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) – Ripon, Wisconsin

Speed Queen dominates the commercial laundry market and has seen rising adoption in homes. Manufactured entirely in the U.S., its machines are known for longevity and build quality, appealing to consumers who value reliability over frills.

Wolf Range Co. – Fitchburg, Wisconsin

Once independent and now under Sub-Zero, Wolf remains a distinct name in U.S. high-performance cooking appliances. The company’s product development and manufacturing remain local, sustaining its position in the premium appliance segment.

True Residential – O’Fallon, Missouri

True began as a commercial refrigeration company and has successfully branched into residential appliances without losing its industrial DNA. All of its refrigeration products are made in Missouri and are gaining traction in high-end home builds.

Thermador (BSH Home Appliances) – Irvine, California

Though owned by Germany’s BSH, Thermador maintains significant R&D and production in the United States. The company’s high-performance ranges and integrated appliances cater to the premium market, often featured in upscale kitchen designs.

BlueStar – Blandon, Pennsylvania

Specializing in customizable ranges and ventilation, BlueStar caters to home chefs who want professional-grade tools. The company’s handcrafted, U.S.-made products appeal to those who want both aesthetic choice and performance.

While offshore brands continue to gain visibility in the U.S. market, these 10 companies remain fixtures in American homes, thanks to their focus on product lifespan, post-sale service, and domestically rooted engineering.

Consumers continue to show loyalty to homegrown brands, particularly when appliance performance, longevity, and availability of spare parts remain high on the list of purchasing priorities. Despite fluctuations in global supply chains, these manufacturers have remained steadfast in their production commitments across the United States.

Industry Outlook

As energy efficiency regulations and smart home integrations become more standardized, many of these manufacturers are investing in sustainable design, recyclability and Internet of Things compatibility. Whirlpool, for example, has rolled out a new line of Energy Star-certified products that sync with home energy management systems. Similarly, GE Appliances has increased its emphasis on connected cooking ranges, enabling remote diagnostics and updates.

With growing consumer awareness around origin, quality and lifecycle value, U.S.-based manufacturers are well positioned to retain relevance — not just as appliance makers, but as stewards of domestic industrial excellence.

These companies didn’t just build appliances — they built reputations that span generations.