Higher over the period
North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 2.82 Kilogram in 2015 to 3.01 Kilogram in 2023 (+6.7%), an average of +0.8% a year. The series high was 3.93 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 2.82 Kilogram in 2015.
What North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita shows
North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 3.01 Kilogram in 2023, down 16.6% on 2022. North Macedonia's cocoa beans consumption per capita between 2015 and 2023 reflects a developing and gradually expanding consumer market, supported by increasing demand for chocolate products, evolving dietary preferences, and growing availability of cocoa-based confectionery products. Validated Our World in Data data shows per capita cocoa beans consumption increased from 2.82 kg in 2015 to 3.01 kg in 2023.
A 28.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2015) is 1.11 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +17.7% in 2021.
Ranks 13 of 44 countries covered
Among the 44 countries in this dataset, North Macedonia ranks 13 for 2023, behind Luxembourg (5.42 Kilogram) and Iceland (5.27 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.658 Kilogram, so North Macedonia is above it.
Full series
North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption 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 | 3.01 | −16.6% |
| 2022 | 3.61 | −8.1% |
| 2021Peak | 3.93 | +17.7% |
| 2020 | 3.34 | −5.1% |
| 2019 | 3.52 | +16.6% |
| 2018 | 3.02 | +2.7% |
| 2017 | 2.94 | +1.4% |
| 2016 | 2.90 | +2.8% |
| 2015 Trough | 2.82 | — |
Regional context
How North Macedonia compares in Europe
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. North Macedonia is highlighted.
1Luxembourg5.42
2Iceland5.27
3Montenegro4.41
4France4.04
5UK3.94
6malta3.63
7Slovenia3.52
12North Macedonia3.01
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison.
The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
About this indicator
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
Although consumption experienced fluctuations during the period, North Macedonia maintained steady cocoa demand, supported by consumer preference for chocolate products, desserts, and sweet food categories.
During the early period, consumption showed gradual growth, increasing from 2.82 kg in 2015 to 3.02 kg in 2018. This increase reflected rising household demand, improving retail availability, and greater consumption of packaged confectionery products. Consumption recorded a notable increase in 2019, reaching 3.52 kg, supported by stronger consumer spending, increased demand for chocolate products, and broader availability of cocoa-based foods.
During 2020, consumption slightly declined to 3.34 kg, influenced by pandemic-related disruptions, changes in household purchasing behavior, and reduced foodservice activity. However, the market recovered strongly in 2021, with consumption reaching a study-period high of 3.93 kg. This growth was supported by increased household consumption, recovering economic activity, and renewed demand for indulgent food products.
Consumption moderated to 3.61 kg in 2022 and declined further to 3.01 kg in 2023, reflecting inflationary pressures, changing consumer spending priorities, and normalization of consumption patterns after the pandemic-driven increase. Despite this decline, consumption remained above the 2015 level, indicating continued long-term market potential.
Overall, North Macedonia's cocoa consumption market demonstrates resilience with moderate growth potential, supported by established confectionery preferences and expanding consumer demand for cocoa-based products. The dataset provides valuable insights for chocolate manufacturers, retailers, and investors to analyze consumption trends, benchmark market performance, forecast demand, and understand evolving consumer behavior within North Macedonia's cocoa market
- Indicator
- Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita
- Country
- North Macedonia
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
What was North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita in 2023?
North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 3.01 Kilogram in 2023, down 16.6% on 2022.
How has North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 2.82 Kilogram in 2015 to 3.01 Kilogram in 2023 (+6.7%), an average of +0.8% a year. The series high was 3.93 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 2.82 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
The highest value was 3.93 Kilogram in 2021 and the lowest was 2.82 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison. Excluded: The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
Where does the North Macedonia Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..latest&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&tableSearch=singa&Food=Cocoa+beans&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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