Lower over the period
South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 57.02 Kilogram in 2015 to 52.82 Kilogram in 2023 (−7.4%), an average of −1% a year. The series high was 57.02 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 52.72 Kilogram in 2021.
What South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 52.82 Kilogram in 2023, up 0.1% on 2022. South Korea’s fish and seafood availability showed a declining trend between 2015 and 2023, with the data measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents fish and seafood available for consumption and provides insights into seafood supply patterns, consumer access, and market developments within the Retail & Consumer – Food & Beverages sector.
A 7.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2021) is 4.30 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −4% in 2019.
Ranks 1 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, South Korea ranks 1 for 2023. The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so South Korea is above it.
Full series
South Korea 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 | 52.82 | +0.1% |
| 2022 | 52.79 | +0.1% |
| 2021 Trough | 52.72 | −3.3% |
| 2020 | 54.50 | −0.3% |
| 2019 | 54.64 | −4% |
| 2018 | 56.89 | −0.2% |
| 2017 | 56.99 | +2.8% |
| 2016 | 55.45 | −2.8% |
| 2015Peak | 57.02 | — |
Regional context
How South Korea compares in Asia
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. South Korea is highlighted.
1South Korea52.82
2Malaysia51.03
3China41.68
4Indonesia40.42
5Vietnam40.06
6Taiwan30.40
7Thailand28.62
8Philippines26.34
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.
South Korea recorded 57.02 kilograms of fish and seafood availability per person in 2015, representing the highest value recorded during the analyzed period. The availability declined to 55.45 kilograms in 2016 before recovering slightly to 56.99 kilograms in 2017. In 2018, availability remained relatively stable at 56.89 kilograms, showing limited changes compared with previous years.
From 2019 onwards, South Korea experienced a gradual reduction in fish and seafood availability. The value decreased to 54.64 kilograms in 2019 and continued declining to 54.50 kilograms in 2020. The downward trend continued in 2021, with availability reaching 52.72 kilograms. However, availability showed a slight improvement in the following years, increasing to 52.79 kilograms in 2022 and 52.82 kilograms in 2023.
Overall, South Korea’s fish and seafood availability demonstrated a moderate decline between 2015 and 2023. Although availability remained at a relatively high level throughout the period, the overall movement indicated a reduction compared with the beginning of the analyzed period. The data highlights changes in seafood availability patterns, consumption trends, and supply conditions within the food and beverage sector. These trends provide valuable insights into long-term seafood market developments, availability movements, and changing consumer demand for fish and seafood products. The analysis supports understanding of seafood availability trends and market conditions over time.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- South Korea
- Region
- Asia
- 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 South Korea 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 South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 52.82 Kilogram in 2023, up 0.1% on 2022.
How has South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 57.02 Kilogram in 2015 to 52.82 Kilogram in 2023 (−7.4%), an average of −1% a year. The series high was 57.02 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 52.72 Kilogram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest South Korea Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 57.02 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 52.72 Kilogram in 2021.
What does the South Korea 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 South Korea 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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