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    Global Average Coffee Consumption

    Last updated: March 5, 2026

    1.3 kg

    kg/year

    The global average coffee consumption is approximately 1.3 kg per person per year. Finland leads at 12 kg, followed by Norway (9.9 kg) and Iceland (9 kg). Over 2.25 billion cups are consumed daily worldwide.

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    Source: ICO

    Global Average Coffee Consumption by Country

    Country Value (kg/year) ↓Source
    Finland12ICO
    Netherlands8.3ICO
    Germany6.7ICO
    Brazil6ABIC
    France5.4ICO
    United States4.7NCA
    Japan3.5AJCA
    United Kingdom3.2BCA
    China0.4ICO
    India0.1ICO

    Why This Average Exists

    Coffee is the world's second-most traded commodity after oil. Consumption patterns affect agriculture, trade, and the livelihoods of 125 million people in coffee-growing regions.

    Factors That Affect Global Average Coffee Consumption

    • Cultural traditions
    • Income levels
    • Climate
    • Café culture
    • Health perceptions
    • Alternative beverages

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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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