According to a 2023 study, there are approximately 100 million active preppers in the world. The 10 most popular countries for prepping are:

  • United States (35 million)
  • Japan (15 million)
  • China (10 million)
  • United Kingdom (7 million)
  • Germany (5 million)
  • Canada (4 million)
  • Australia (3 million)
  • France (2 million)
  • Sweden (1.5 million)

In the United States, prepping is particularly popular in states such as Texas, California, and Florida. In Japan, it is common for prepping to be part of the traditional culture, and many Japanese have a preparedness kit in their home. In China, prepping is a growing trend, and many Chinese are preparing for potential natural disasters or political unrest.

Prepping can mean different things to different people. Some preppers focus on stockpiling food, water, and other supplies in order to survive in the event of a crisis. Other preppers focus on learning self-defense or building their own shelter.

There are many reasons why people prep. Some preppers are concerned about natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, or earthquakes. Other preppers are concerned about political unrest, such as war or civil war. Still other preppers are simply concerned that something unexpected will happen, and they want to be prepared.

Regardless of the reason, prepping is a growing trend around the world.

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