Broadly stable
U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 21.62 Kilogram in 2015 to 21.94 Kilogram in 2023 (+1.5%), an average of +0.2% a year. The series high was 22.31 Kilogram in 2019 and the low 21.56 Kilogram in 2016.
What U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 21.94 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.6% on 2022. U.S. fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 highlights the country’s seafood availability trends, fisheries performance, aquaculture development, and contribution to the global food and beverages sector.
A 3.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2016) is 0.750 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +3.1% in 2017.
Ranks 18 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, U.S. ranks 18 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so U.S. is above it.
Full series
U.S. 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 | 21.94 | −0.6% |
| 2022 | 22.07 | −0.4% |
| 2021 | 22.16 | −0.2% |
| 2020 | 22.20 | −0.5% |
| 2019Peak | 22.31 | +1% |
| 2018 | 22.09 | −0.6% |
| 2017 | 22.22 | +3.1% |
| 2016 Trough | 21.56 | −0.3% |
| 2015 | 21.62 | — |
Regional context
How U.S. compares in North America
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. U.S. is highlighted.
1U.S.21.94
2Canada20.82
3Mexico13.55
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.
With extensive coastlines across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf of Mexico, the United States has a diverse seafood industry supported by commercial fishing, aquaculture, seafood processing, and international trade. Fish and seafood availability remained stable during the period, increasing slightly from 21.62 kilograms per person in 2015 to 21.94 kilograms in 2023.
Between 2015 and 2018, U.S. fish and seafood availability showed moderate growth, increasing from 21.62 kilograms to 22.09 kilograms per capita. The growth was supported by strong fisheries infrastructure, seafood imports, domestic production, and improvements in seafood supply networks. The United States maintained consistent seafood availability due to its developed marine fisheries sector and established seafood distribution systems.
From 2019 to 2023, fish and seafood availability in the U.S. remained relatively stable with minor fluctuations. The indicator reached the highest level of 22.31 kilograms per person in 2019 before slightly declining to 22.20 kilograms in 2020. Availability continued at 22.16 kilograms in 2021, followed by 22.07 kilograms in 2022 and 21.94 kilograms in 2023. These variations reflect changes in fisheries production, aquaculture supply, seafood imports, market demand, and supply chain conditions.
The U.S. fish and seafood industry includes marine capture fisheries, freshwater fishing, aquaculture farming, seafood processing, and distribution networks. Major seafood products include salmon, shrimp, tuna, cod, crab, lobster, and other marine species. The sector supports food supply, employment, coastal economies, and international seafood trade.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend indicates stable fish and seafood availability in the United States. Sustainable fisheries management, aquaculture innovation, responsible resource utilization, and efficient seafood supply chains will remain important for supporting long-term industry growth and maintaining seafood availability
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- U.S.
- Region
- North America
- 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 U.S. 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 U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 21.94 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.6% on 2022.
How has U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 21.62 Kilogram in 2015 to 21.94 Kilogram in 2023 (+1.5%), an average of +0.2% a year. The series high was 22.31 Kilogram in 2019 and the low 21.56 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest U.S. Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 22.31 Kilogram in 2019 and the lowest was 21.56 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the U.S. 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 U.S. 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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