Saudi Arabia Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Saudi Arabia's energy use per capita was 7,275 in 2025, ranked 8th globally. This represents a 3.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Saudi Arabia's energy use per capita stood at 7,275 in 2025, a decline of +255 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 7,275 by 2025. Saudi Arabia ranked 8th globally.
Saudi Arabia's energy use per capita has demonstrated a fluctuating trajectory over the past three decades. With an all-time peak of 7,979.38 in 2011, the nation's per capita energy consumption was significantly higher than its current level of 7,274.81, ranking eighth globally as of 2025. Notably, this peak occurred during a period of high oil prices and robust demand for energy in the country. In contrast, the all-time trough of 5,451.72 in 1990 marked the beginning of a long-term upward trend in energy consumption. When compared to its peer countries, Saudi Arabia's per capita energy use is lower than that of the United Arab Emirates, which ranks first globally with a value of 8,275.01. The trend in Saudi Arabia's energy use per capita suggests a gradual decline from its peak, potentially influenced by shifting global energy dynamics and the country's increasing focus on energy diversification. A significant increase in oil prices could potentially alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 7,275 | - | - |
| 2025 | 7,275 | −255 | #8 |
| 2022 | 7,530 | +64 | #140 |
| 2021 | 7,466 | +295 | #140 |
| 2020 | 7,171 | −497 | #140 |
| 2019 | 7,668 | +18 | #140 |
| 2018 | 7,651 | −56 | #139 |
| 2017 | 7,707 | +185 | #139 |
| 2016 | 7,522 | −265 | #140 |
| 2015 | 7,787 | −173 | #141 |
| 2014 | 7,960 | +559 | #141 |
| 2013 | 7,401 | −461 | #141 |
| 2012 | 7,862 | −117 | #141 |
| 2011 | 7,979 | +14 | #139 |
| 2010 | 7,965 | +840 | #139 |
| 2009 | 7,125 | +145 | #138 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Saudi Arabia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw energy use per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Saudi Arabia's energy use per capita was 7,275 in 2025. Ranked 8th globally. This represents a 3.4% decrease from the previous year.
Saudi Arabia's energy use per capita peaked at 7,979 in 2011.
The lowest energy use per capita in Saudi Arabia was 5,452 in 1990.
Saudi Arabia ranks 8th globally in energy use per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE. Data sourced from World Bank.
Saudi Arabia's energy use per capita is projected to reach 7,275 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Saudi Arabia in 2025 was 7,275. This ranks 8th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_saudi-arabia_energy-per-capita,
title = {Saudi Arabia Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/saudi-arabia/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}