- Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year.
Mexico Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 65.80 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, up 2.5% on 2022. The Primary Energy Consumption per Capita dataset of Mexico from 2015 to 2023 provides a clear and consistent view of the country’s per person energy consumption landscape, highlighting individual energy usage patterns, consumption stability, and long-term energy demand trends.
Mexico Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 66.10 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 65.80 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−0.5%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 67.20 Gigajoule per Capita in 2017 and the low 58.30 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2020) is 8.90 Gigajoule per Capita. The sharpest single-year move was −9.6% in 2020.
Among the 37 countries in this dataset, Mexico ranks 30 for 2023, behind Singapore (577 Gigajoule per Capita) and UAE (539.4 Gigajoule per Capita). The global figure for 2023 is 77.00 Gigajoule per Capita, so Mexico is below it.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gigajoule per Capita.
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| Year | Gigajoule per Capita | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 65.80 | +2.5% |
| 2022 | 64.20 | +3.9% |
| 2021 | 61.80 | +6% |
| 2020 Trough | 58.30 | −9.6% |
| 2019 | 64.50 | −2% |
| 2018 | 65.80 | −2.1% |
| 2017Peak | 67.20 | +0.6% |
| 2016 | 66.80 | +1.1% |
| 2015 | 66.10 | — |
Regional context
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Gigajoule per Capita. Mexico is highlighted.
Data definition
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita — - Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year. It is expressed as energy per person, typically measured in tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) per capita or gigajoules (GJ) per capita, depending on the dataset. This indicator reflects the average energy use of an individual in a country and provides insight into national energy intensity, living standards, industrialization levels, and economic structure. It is widely used to compare energy consumption patterns across countries and to assess trends in energy demand relative to population size.
The data includes total primary energy consumption from all major sources such as coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear energy, hydroelectric power, and renewable energy sources including wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal. It considers the full national energy supply before conversion losses and divides it by the mid-year population to derive per capita values. The indicator covers energy used across all sectors, including residential, industrial, commercial, transportation, and power generation activities. It reflects both direct energy use and energy used for electricity generation and other transformation processes, ensuring a comprehensive representation of national energy demand per person.
The data excludes energy consumption after transformation into final energy forms such as electricity and refined petroleum products when considered separately from primary inputs. It does not isolate sector-specific per capita consumption (e.g., industrial or household-only energy use). The indicator does not account for energy efficiency, affordability, or access disparities among population groups. It also does not measure emissions, environmental impacts, or energy service quality such as reliability and continuity of supply. Differences in statistical methodologies, conversion factors, and population estimation methods across countries may result in minor variations in comparability.
Primary Energy Consumption per Capita — - Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year. It is expressed as energy per person, typically measured in tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) per capita or gigajoules (GJ) per capita, depending on the dataset. This indicator reflects the average energy use of an individual in a country and provides insight into national energy intensity, living standards, industrialization levels, and economic structure. It is widely used to compare energy consumption patterns across countries and to assess trends in energy demand relative to population size.
Measured in Gigajoules per capita (GJ per capita), the dataset reflects the average amount of primary energy consumed per person and serves as an important indicator of energy utilization, economic activity, and resource consumption efficiency.
Mexico recorded primary energy consumption per capita of 66.1 GJ in 2015, increasing slightly to 66.8 GJ in 2016 and 67.2 GJ in 2017. Consumption declined to 65.8 GJ in 2018 and further to 64.5 GJ in 2019. In 2020, per capita energy consumption fell significantly to 58.3 GJ due to reduced economic activity and changing energy demand patterns. The indicator recovered to 61.8 GJ in 2021 and increased further to 64.2 GJ in 2022. In 2023, primary energy consumption per capita reached 65.8 GJ, nearly returning to its pre-pandemic level.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates moderate year-over-year fluctuations throughout the observed period. The sharp decline recorded in 2020 was followed by a steady recovery over the subsequent three years, indicating improving economic activity and increasing energy demand. Despite temporary disruptions, per capita energy consumption remained relatively stable over the long term, reflecting gradual changes in national energy utilization.
The dataset is useful for benchmarking per capita energy consumption against other countries, evaluating long-term energy demand patterns, and assessing progress in energy efficiency. It supports comparative analysis, policy evaluation, and sustainability studies related to energy utilization. Furthermore, the data provides a valuable foundation for forecasting future consumption trends and understanding the relationship between per capita energy use, economic development, and infrastructure expansion across Mexico.
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Definition- Primary Energy Consumption per Capita refers to the total amount of primary energy consumed within a country divided by its total population in a given year. It is expressed as energy per person, typically measured in tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) per capita or gigajoules (GJ) per capita, depending on the dataset. This indicator reflects the average energy use of an individual in a country and provides insight into national energy intensity, living standards, industrialization levels, and economic structure. It is widely used to compare energy consumption patterns across countries and to assess trends in energy demand relative to population size.
Mexico Primary Energy Consumption per Capita was 65.80 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023, up 2.5% on 2022.
Mexico Primary Energy Consumption per Capita moved from 66.10 Gigajoule per Capita in 2015 to 65.80 Gigajoule per Capita in 2023 (−0.5%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 67.20 Gigajoule per Capita in 2017 and the low 58.30 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
The highest value was 67.20 Gigajoule per Capita in 2017 and the lowest was 58.30 Gigajoule per Capita in 2020.
Included: The data includes total primary energy consumption from all major sources such as coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear energy, hydroelectric power, and renewable energy sources including wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal. It considers the full national energy supply before conversion losses and divides it by the mid-year population to derive per capita values. The indicator covers energy used across all sectors, including residential, industrial, commercial, transportation, and power generation activities. It reflects both direct energy use and energy used for electricity generation and other transformation processes, ensuring a comprehensive representation of national energy demand per person. Excluded: The data excludes energy consumption after transformation into final energy forms such as electricity and refined petroleum products when considered separately from primary inputs. It does not isolate sector-specific per capita consumption (e.g., industrial or household-only energy use). The indicator does not account for energy efficiency, affordability, or access disparities among population groups. It also does not measure emissions, environmental impacts, or energy service quality such as reliability and continuity of supply. Differences in statistical methodologies, conversion factors, and population estimation methods across countries may result in minor variations in comparability.
The series is sourced from energyinst.org (https://www.energyinst.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1542714/684_EI_Stat_Review_V16_DIGITAL.pdf). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gigajoule per Capita.
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