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    Global Average Oil Consumption

    Last updated: February 17, 2026

    4.6 bbl

    barrels/year

    Global oil consumption averages approximately 4.6 barrels per person per year. Saudi Arabia leads at 43 barrels/person, followed by the US at 21. Total global consumption is about 102 million barrels per day. Transport accounts for 56% of oil use.

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    Why This Average Exists

    Oil consumption data drives energy policy, climate commitments, and geopolitical strategy, as petroleum remains the world's primary energy source at 31% of total energy.

    Factors That Affect Global Average Oil Consumption

    • Economic growth
    • Vehicle fleet
    • EV adoption
    • Public transport
    • Industrial activity
    • Energy prices

    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 2023–2024. 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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