Higher over the period
Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 12.88 Kilogram in 2015 to 14.36 Kilogram in 2023 (+11.5%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 14.71 Kilogram in 2019 and the low 12.66 Kilogram in 2016.
What Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 14.36 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.6% on 2022. Chile fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 highlights the country’s strong fisheries sector, aquaculture capabilities, and importance as a major seafood producer in South America. With one of the longest coastlines in the world along the Pacific Ocean, Chile has favorable conditions for marine fisheries, seafood processing, and aquaculture development.
A 13.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2016) is 2.05 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +5.4% in 2017.
Ranks 23 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Chile ranks 23 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Chile is below it.
Full series
Chile 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 | 14.36 | −0.6% |
| 2022 | 14.44 | −0.5% |
| 2021 | 14.51 | −0.5% |
| 2020 | 14.58 | −0.9% |
| 2019Peak | 14.71 | +5.2% |
| 2018 | 13.98 | +4.8% |
| 2017 | 13.34 | +5.4% |
| 2016 Trough | 12.66 | −1.7% |
| 2015 | 12.88 | — |
Regional context
How Chile compares in South America
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Chile is highlighted.
1Chile14.36
2Colombia10.31
3Brazil8.18
4Argentina7.11
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 showed a significant increasing trend during the period, rising from 12.88 kilograms per person in 2015 to 14.36 kilograms in 2023.
Between 2015 and 2018, Chile experienced steady growth in fish and seafood availability, increasing from 12.88 kilograms to 13.98 kilograms per capita. This improvement was supported by strong marine resource utilization, expansion of aquaculture production, and efficient seafood supply chains. The country’s well-developed fisheries infrastructure contributed to maintaining consistent seafood availability for domestic consumption and international markets.
From 2019 to 2023, Chile continued to demonstrate strong seafood availability, reaching the highest level of 14.71 kilograms per person in 2019. Although availability slightly declined after this peak, it remained above 14 kilograms throughout the remaining years. The levels decreased to 14.58 kilograms in 2020, 14.51 kilograms in 2021, 14.44 kilograms in 2022, and 14.36 kilograms in 2023, indicating stable production performance despite market and environmental challenges.
Chile’s fish and seafood industry includes commercial fishing, aquaculture farming, seafood processing, and export-oriented production. The country is globally recognized for products such as salmon, trout, mussels, anchovies, and various marine fish species. Aquaculture, particularly salmon farming, plays a major role in Chile’s seafood economy and contributes significantly to export revenues.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend indicates strong and stable growth in Chile’s fish and seafood availability. The country’s advanced fisheries management, aquaculture expertise, and seafood processing capabilities continue to support its position as one of the leading seafood producers in South America. Sustainable resource management and technological innovation will remain important for ensuring long-term industry growth.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Chile
- Region
- South America
- 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 Chile 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 Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 14.36 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.6% on 2022.
How has Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 12.88 Kilogram in 2015 to 14.36 Kilogram in 2023 (+11.5%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 14.71 Kilogram in 2019 and the low 12.66 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Chile Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 14.71 Kilogram in 2019 and the lowest was 12.66 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the Chile 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 Chile 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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