Higher over the period
Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 1.08 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.18 Kilogram in 2023 (+9.2%), an average of +1.1% a year. The series high was 1.27 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.886 Kilogram in 2019.
What Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita shows
Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita was 1.18 Kilogram in 2023, up 8.3% on 2022. Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita demonstrated a strong and relatively stable production trend between 2015 and 2023, reflecting the country’s growing olive cultivation sector and improvements in agricultural productivity. The indicator started at 1,080.47 grams per capita in 2015 and declined slightly to 974.42 grams in 2016.
A 30.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2019) is 0.389 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −23.6% in 2019.
Ranks 14 of 22 countries covered
Among the 22 countries in this dataset, Chile ranks 14 for 2023, behind Greece (22.34 Kilogram) and Spain (17.82 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.325 Kilogram, so Chile is above it.
Full series
Chile Olive Oil 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 | 1.18 | +8.3% |
| 2022 | 1.09 | −14.5% |
| 2021Peak | 1.27 | +18.1% |
| 2020 | 1.08 | +21.8% |
| 2019 Trough | 0.886 | −23.6% |
| 2018 | 1.16 | +4.4% |
| 2017 | 1.11 | +13.9% |
| 2016 | 0.974 | −9.8% |
| 2015 | 1.08 | — |
Regional context
How Chile compares across countries
Olive Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Chile is highlighted.
1Greece22.34
2Spain17.82
3Tunisia17.21
4Portugal16.83
5Albania10.14
6Italy6.04
7Cyprus4.24
14Chile1.18
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector.
The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
About this indicator
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
Production increased again in 2017, reaching 1,109.98 grams per capita, and continued to grow in 2018, reaching the highest level of 1,159.15 grams during the period. In 2019, production declined to 885.52 grams, representing the lowest value recorded in the dataset. However, production recovered strongly in 2020, reaching 1,078.95 grams, and continued improving in 2021 with 1,274.65 grams per capita, the highest production level during the period. The indicator remained strong in 2022 at 1,089.35 grams and increased again to 1,180.13 grams in 2023.
The overall trend indicates that Chile maintained a high level of olive oil production per capita with consistent performance throughout the period. The temporary decline in 2019 was followed by a strong recovery, demonstrating resilience in the olive oil sector. The increase in production after 2020 reflects improvements in agricultural output, favorable growing conditions, and efficient production practices.
Olive oil production per capita measures the quantity of olive oil produced relative to population size and provides a population-adjusted assessment of production capacity. It does not represent individual consumption because olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or supplied to different markets. The indicator helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production trends, and the development of the olive oil industry.
Chile has become an important olive oil producer in South America due to modern cultivation techniques and favorable agricultural conditions. The 2015–2023 data highlights strong production performance, showing Chile’s increasing contribution to the regional and global olive oil market. Monitoring this indicator provides insights into production efficiency and long-term sector growth.
- Indicator
- Olive Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Chile
- Region
- South America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita?
Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
What was Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita was 1.18 Kilogram in 2023, up 8.3% on 2022.
How has Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 1.08 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.18 Kilogram in 2023 (+9.2%), an average of +1.1% a year. The series high was 1.27 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.886 Kilogram in 2019.
Which year had the highest and lowest Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 1.27 Kilogram in 2021 and the lowest was 0.886 Kilogram in 2019.
What does the Chile Olive Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector. Excluded: The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
Where does the Chile Olive Oil 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&Food=Olive+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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