Falling to a series low
U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 0.0429 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.0349 Kilogram in 2023 (−18.6%), an average of −2.5% a year. The series high was 0.0482 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 0.0349 Kilogram in 2023.
What U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita shows
U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita was 0.0349 Kilogram in 2023, down 25.4% on 2022. U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita recorded a generally positive trend between 2015 and 2023, although production levels changed across the period.
A 27.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2023) is 0.0132 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −25.4% in 2023.
Ranks 21 of 22 countries covered
Among the 22 countries in this dataset, U.S. ranks 21 for 2023, behind Greece (22.34 Kilogram) and Spain (17.82 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.325 Kilogram, so U.S. is below it.
Full series
U.S. Olive Oil 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 Trough | 0.0349 | −25.4% |
| 2022 | 0.0468 | −0.4% |
| 2021 | 0.0470 | −0.2% |
| 2020 | 0.0471 | −0.5% |
| 2019 | 0.0474 | −0.8% |
| 2018 | 0.0478 | −0.9% |
| 2017Peak | 0.0482 | +5.7% |
| 2016 | 0.0456 | +6.1% |
| 2015 | 0.0429 | — |
Regional context
How U.S. compares across countries
Olive Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. U.S. is highlighted.
1Greece22.34
2Spain17.82
3Tunisia17.21
4Portugal16.83
5Albania10.14
6Italy6.04
7Cyprus4.24
21U.S.0.0349
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector.
The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
About this indicator
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
The indicator increased from 42.93 grams per capita in 2015 to 45.57 grams in 2016 and reached 48.16 grams in 2017, the highest level during the period. Production then declined slightly to 47.75 grams in 2018 and 47.37 grams in 2019. The downward movement continued gradually, with production reaching 47.14 grams in 2020, 47.04 grams in 2021, and 46.85 grams in 2022. In 2023, U.S. olive oil production per capita fell more sharply to 34.94 grams, representing the lowest value in the available data.
The overall pattern indicates that U.S. olive oil production per capita remained relatively stable at around 43 to 48 grams between 2015 and 2022. The increase during the first three years suggests improved production availability relative to the population, while the moderate decline after 2017 indicates changing production conditions. The substantial reduction in 2023 may reflect lower olive oil output, changes in agricultural production, population growth, or a combination of these factors.
Olive oil production per capita measures the quantity of olive oil produced relative to the population and helps assess production availability on a population-adjusted basis. It does not represent individual consumption because production may be exported, stored, processed, or used in other markets. The indicator is useful for monitoring long-term production performance, identifying annual changes, and evaluating the development of the olive oil sector. Overall, the U.S. data shows a period of relative stability followed by a notable decline in 2023, highlighting the importance of monitoring production trends and agricultural conditions.
- Indicator
- Olive Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- U.S.
- Region
- North America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita?
Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
What was U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita was 0.0349 Kilogram in 2023, down 25.4% on 2022.
How has U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 0.0429 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.0349 Kilogram in 2023 (−18.6%), an average of −2.5% a year. The series high was 0.0482 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 0.0349 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.0482 Kilogram in 2017 and the lowest was 0.0349 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the U.S. Olive Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector. Excluded: The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
Where does the U.S. Olive Oil 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&Food=Olive+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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