Lower over the period
Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 24.84 Kilogram in 2015 to 24.24 Kilogram in 2023 (−2.4%), an average of −0.3% a year. The series high was 25.99 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 23.61 Kilogram in 2020.
What Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 24.24 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.9% on 2022. Australia fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 reflects the country’s extensive marine resources, fisheries management practices, and seafood consumption patterns within the food and beverages sector. Surrounded by three major oceans, Australia has a large marine territory that supports commercial fishing, aquaculture, and seafood processing industries.
A 9.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2020) is 2.38 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −6.7% in 2019.
Ranks 15 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Australia ranks 15 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Australia is above it.
Full series
Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 24.24 | −0.9% |
| 2022 | 24.47 | −0.9% |
| 2021 | 24.70 | +4.6% |
| 2020 Trough | 23.61 | −2.7% |
| 2019 | 24.26 | −6.7% |
| 2018Peak | 25.99 | +1.4% |
| 2017 | 25.63 | −1.3% |
| 2016 | 25.96 | +4.5% |
| 2015 | 24.84 | — |
Regional context
How Australia compares across countries
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Australia is highlighted.
1South Korea52.82
2Malaysia51.03
3China41.68
4Indonesia40.42
5Vietnam40.06
6Spain36.80
7France32.64
15Australia24.24
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country.
The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
About this indicator
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
Fish and seafood availability remained relatively stable throughout the period, increasing from 24.84 kilograms per person in 2015 to 24.24 kilograms in 2023, despite fluctuations during the years.
Between 2015 and 2018, Australia experienced an increase in fish and seafood availability, rising from 24.84 kilograms to 25.99 kilograms per capita. This growth was supported by strong fisheries operations, aquaculture expansion, and consistent seafood supply networks. The availability reached 25.96 kilograms in 2016 and remained above 25 kilograms through 2018, indicating stable production performance during this period.
From 2019 onwards, fish and seafood availability showed a gradual decline. The level decreased to 24.26 kilograms in 2019 and further declined to 23.61 kilograms in 2020. This reduction was influenced by changes in fishing activities, market conditions, supply chain challenges, and variations in seafood production levels. However, recovery was observed in 2021, with availability increasing to 24.70 kilograms before stabilizing at 24.47 kilograms in 2022 and 24.24 kilograms in 2023.
Australia’s fish and seafood industry includes wild-catch fisheries, aquaculture farming, seafood processing, and export-oriented production. Key seafood products include salmon, prawns, tuna, lobster, abalone, and various marine fish species. The aquaculture sector has become increasingly important in supporting domestic supply and improving production efficiency.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend shows a stable seafood availability pattern in Australia with moderate fluctuations. Continued investment in sustainable fisheries management, marine conservation, and advanced aquaculture technologies will help maintain seafood supply and support the long-term growth of Australia’s fisheries industry.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- Oceania
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
What was Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 24.24 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.9% on 2022.
How has Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 24.84 Kilogram in 2015 to 24.24 Kilogram in 2023 (−2.4%), an average of −0.3% a year. The series high was 25.99 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 23.61 Kilogram in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 25.99 Kilogram in 2018 and the lowest was 23.61 Kilogram in 2020.
What does the Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country. Excluded: The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
Where does the Australia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Fish+and+seafood&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true&Unit=Kilograms+per+year). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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