United States Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
United States's energy use per capita was 6,311 in 2025, ranked 12th globally. This represents a 0.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
United States's energy use per capita stood at 6,311 in 2025, a decline of +53 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 6,311 by 2025. United States ranked 12th globally.
The United States' energy use per capita has experienced fluctuations over the past three and a half decades. The all-time peak of 8,055.15 in 2000 was surpassed by Oman, with a value of 6,367.40, in 2025. Conversely, the all-time trough of 6,141.53 in 2020 was exceeded by the United States, with a value of 6,310.82, in the same year. The country's energy use per capita has been steadily declining since 2000, with a notable dip during the 2020 trough. This trend suggests a reduction in energy consumption, potentially driven by shifts towards more sustainable practices and technological advancements. When compared to its peer countries, the United States' energy use per capita remains relatively high. A continued shift towards renewable energy sources and improved energy efficiency could alter the trajectory of this trend, potentially leading to a further decline in energy use per capita.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 6,280 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 6,311 | - | - |
| 2025 | 6,311 | −53 | #12 |
| 2023 | 6,364 | −148 | #69 |
| 2022 | 6,512 | +66 | #138 |
| 2021 | 6,446 | +304 | #138 |
| 2020 | 6,142 | −559 | #138 |
| 2019 | 6,701 | −37 | #138 |
| 2018 | 6,738 | +147 | #137 |
| 2017 | 6,591 | −73 | #137 |
| 2016 | 6,663 | −126 | #138 |
| 2015 | 6,790 | −126 | #139 |
| 2014 | 6,916 | +27 | #139 |
| 2013 | 6,888 | +68 | #138 |
| 2012 | 6,820 | −189 | #138 |
| 2011 | 7,010 | −153 | #136 |
| 2010 | 7,163 | +109 | #137 |
Analysis
United States's energy use per capita was 6,311 in 2025, a decline of −53 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 6,311 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
United States's energy use per capita was 6,311 in 2025. Ranked 12th globally. This represents a 0.8% decrease from the previous year.
United States's energy use per capita peaked at 8,055 in 2000.
The lowest energy use per capita in United States was 6,142 in 2020.
United States ranks 12th 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.
United States's energy use per capita is projected to reach 6,311 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of United States in 2025 was 6,311. This ranks 12th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_united-states_energy-per-capita,
title = {United States Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/united-states/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}