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    Global Average Natural Gas Price

    Last updated: March 7, 2026

    $8.50

    USD/MMBtu

    The global average natural gas price is approximately $8.50 per million BTU. The US enjoys low prices at ~$2.50 due to shale production, while Europe pays ~$12 and Asia ~$14. Gas prices spiked to $60+ following the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

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    Historical Trend

    Source: World Bank

    Why This Average Exists

    Natural gas is the world's fastest-growing fossil fuel, used for electricity, heating, and industrial processes. Its pricing affects energy costs for billions of people.

    Factors That Affect Global Average Natural Gas Price

    • LNG export capacity
    • Pipeline infrastructure
    • Geopolitical tensions
    • Storage levels
    • Weather demand
    • Renewable competition

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    Methodology & Data Sources

    The data presented on this page is compiled from publicly available datasets published by international organizations including the World Bank, World Health Organization (WHO), International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations, NASA, and national statistical agencies.

    Global averages are calculated using population-weighted or arithmetic means depending on the metric. Country-level data reflects the most recent available figures, typically from 2024–2024. Where gaps exist, the latest available data point is used.

    All figures are subject to revision as source organizations update their datasets. For the most authoritative data, we encourage consulting the original sources linked in the table above.

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