Lower over the period
Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 901.6 Kilogram in 2015 to 806.9 Kilogram in 2024 (−10.5%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 901.6 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 670.4 Kilogram in 2023.
What Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita was 806.9 Kilogram in 2024, up 20.4% on 2023. Costa Rica’s sugarcane production per capita experienced a gradual declining trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting changes in agricultural productivity, cultivation patterns, and demographic factors influencing per capita output. Sugarcane remains an important agricultural commodity in Costa Rica, supporting sugar production, rural employment, and agro-industrial activities.
A 25.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2023) is 231.2 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +20.4% in 2024.
Ranks 10 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Costa Rica ranks 10 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Costa Rica is above it.
Full series
Costa Rica Sugarcane 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 806.9 | +20.4% |
| 2023 Trough | 670.4 | −12.6% |
| 2022 | 767 | −2.8% |
| 2021 | 789.5 | −5.2% |
| 2020 | 833.2 | +3.9% |
| 2019 | 802.1 | −0.8% |
| 2018 | 808.4 | −4.5% |
| 2017 | 846.4 | −3.4% |
| 2016 | 876.5 | −2.8% |
| 2015Peak | 901.6 | — |
Regional context
How Costa Rica compares in North America
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Costa Rica is highlighted.
1Belize4,003
2Guatemala1,245
3Costa Rica806.9
4Mexico405.4
5U.S.91.51
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements.
The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
About this indicator
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
According to the dataset, production per capita declined from 901.62 units in 2015 to 806.89 units in 2024, indicating a moderate reduction over the decade despite maintaining a stable production base.
During the early period from 2015 to 2019, Costa Rica recorded a consistent downward movement in sugarcane production per capita. Production decreased from 901.62 units in 2015 to 876.50 units in 2016, followed by further reductions to 846.37 units in 2017 and 808.41 units in 2018. By 2019, production reached 802.06 units, reflecting pressures from changing agricultural conditions, productivity variations, and shifts in land utilization. The decline during this period highlights the challenges faced by the sugarcane sector in maintaining previous output levels.
A temporary improvement occurred in 2020, when production per capita increased to 833.20 units, supported by improved crop performance and favorable agricultural conditions. However, production resumed its declining trend in subsequent years, falling to 789.53 units in 2021 and 767.03 units in 2022. The lowest level during the observed period was recorded in 2023 at 670.40 units, indicating reduced per capita production caused by weaker output performance and changing production dynamics.
In 2024, Costa Rica’s sugarcane production per capita recovered to 806.89 units, suggesting improved agricultural performance and partial recovery within the sector. Overall, the trend demonstrates the resilience of Costa Rica’s sugarcane industry despite long-term fluctuations. The indicator is valuable for evaluating agricultural efficiency, monitoring production sustainability, understanding supply conditions, and assessing the role of sugarcane in Costa Rica’s broader agricultural economy and agro-processing sector.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Costa Rica
- Region
- North America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita?
Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
What was Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita was 806.9 Kilogram in 2024, up 20.4% on 2023.
How has Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 901.6 Kilogram in 2015 to 806.9 Kilogram in 2024 (−10.5%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 901.6 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 670.4 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 901.6 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 670.4 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the Costa Rica Sugarcane Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements. Excluded: The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
Where does the Costa Rica Sugarcane 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..2024&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Sugar+cane&Metric=Production&per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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