Egg Consumption per Capita 2022

Egg consumption per capita measures the average number of eggs consumed annually by individuals in a country.

186 data points•Updated 10/19/2026•Global Coverage•Per capita egg consumption | Our World in Data•

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Rank
1	Netherlands	25.12 eggs per year
2	China, Hong Kong SAR	24.12 eggs per year
3	China	22.27 eggs per year
4	Mexico	21.33 eggs per year
5	Grenada	21.207 eggs per year
6	China, Macao SAR	20.87 eggs per year
7	Luxembourg	20.29 eggs per year
8	Japan	19.753 eggs per year
9	Belgium	19.32 eggs per year
10	Indonesia	19.29 eggs per year
11	Malaysia	19.11 eggs per year
12	Qatar	19.05 eggs per year
13	Argentina	18.42 eggs per year
14	Maldives	17.76 eggs per year
15	Paraguay	17.63 eggs per year
16	Russia	16.65 eggs per year
17	Dominican Republic	16.31 eggs per year
18	Taiwan	16.28 eggs per year
19	United States	15.74 eggs per year
20	Canada	15.58 eggs per year
21	Ukraine	15.56 eggs per year
22	Germany	15.52 eggs per year
23	Albania	15.19 eggs per year
24	Colombia	15.02 eggs per year
25	Spain	14.77 eggs per year
26	Austria	14.75 eggs per year
27	Uruguay	14.64 eggs per year
28	Denmark	14.58 eggs per year
29	Kuwait	14.51 eggs per year
30	Nauru	14.423 eggs per year
31	Costa Rica	14.17 eggs per year
32	Armenia	13.97 eggs per year
33	Hungary	13.79 eggs per year
34	Italy	13.77 eggs per year
35	Belarus	13.68 eggs per year
36	Montenegro	13.67 eggs per year
37	Malta	13.48 eggs per year
38	France	13.38 eggs per year
39	Romania	13.37 eggs per year
40	Serbia	13.33 eggs per year
41	Lithuania	13.32 eggs per year
42	Bahamas	13.22 eggs per year
43	Ireland	13.14 eggs per year
44	Bahrain	12.79 eggs per year
45	Estonia	12.72 eggs per year
46	Switzerland	12.6 eggs per year
47	South Korea	12.56 eggs per year
48	Brazil	12.52 eggs per year
49	Norway	12.31 eggs per year
50	Israel	12.28 eggs per year
51	Uzbekistan	12.2 eggs per year
52	Guatemala	12.19 eggs per year
53	Oman	11.9 eggs per year
54	Portugal	11.72 eggs per year
55	Thailand	11.7 eggs per year
56	Sweden	11.37 eggs per year
57	Turkmenistan	11.36 eggs per year
58	Peru	11.22 eggs per year
59	Georgia	10.99 eggs per year
60	Antigua and Barbuda	10.949 eggs per year
61	New Zealand	10.9 eggs per year
62	Slovenia	10.74 eggs per year
63	Saudi Arabia	10.61 eggs per year
64	French Polynesia	10.54 eggs per year
65	Republic of Moldova	10.444 eggs per year
66	Seychelles	10.299 eggs per year
67	New Caledonia	10.24 eggs per year
68	United Kingdom	10.19 eggs per year
69	Chile	10.13 eggs per year
70	Azerbaijan	9.95 eggs per year
71	Finland	9.9 eggs per year
72	Slovakia	9.87 eggs per year
73	Barbados	9.84 eggs per year
74	Turkey	9.8 eggs per year
75	Kazakhstan	9.65 eggs per year
76	Iceland	9.59 eggs per year
77	Greece	9.45 eggs per year
78	Tuvalu	9.379 eggs per year
79	Dominica	9.086 eggs per year
80	Iran	8.86 eggs per year
81	El Salvador	8.73 eggs per year
82	Croatia	8.67 eggs per year
83	Mauritius	8.62 eggs per year
84	Marshall Islands	8.617 eggs per year
85	Libya	8.6 eggs per year
86	United Arab Emirates	8.48 eggs per year
87	Morocco	8.14 eggs per year
88	Czech Republic	8.08 eggs per year
89	Ecuador	7.9 eggs per year
90	Latvia	7.4 eggs per year
91	Australia	7.09 eggs per year
92	Tunisia	7.08 eggs per year
93	Cyprus	7.01 eggs per year
94	South Africa	6.86 eggs per year
95	North Macedonia	6.75 eggs per year
96	Bolivia	6.72 eggs per year
97	Venezuela	6.63 eggs per year
98	Mongolia	6.59 eggs per year
99	Panama	6.56 eggs per year
100	Lebanon	6.23 eggs per year
101	Algeria	6.2 eggs per year
102	Suriname	5.9 eggs per year
103	Cabo Verde	5.75 eggs per year
104	Saint Lucia	5.73 eggs per year
105	Bosnia and Herzegovina	5.68 eggs per year
106	Philippines	5.65 eggs per year
107	Kyrgyzstan	5.61 eggs per year
108	Poland	5.58 eggs per year
109	Tajikistan	5.37 eggs per year
110	Micronesia (Fed. States of)	5.299 eggs per year
111	Bhutan	5.19 eggs per year
112	Bulgaria	5.14 eggs per year
113	Trinidad and Tobago	5.09 eggs per year
114	Fiji	4.76 eggs per year
115	Nicaragua	4.7 eggs per year
116	Belize	4.66 eggs per year
117	India	4.64 eggs per year
118	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	4.509 eggs per year
119	Jordan	4.29 eggs per year
120	Saint Kitts and Nevis	4.248 eggs per year
121	Egypt	4.02 eggs per year
122	Honduras	4.02 eggs per year
123	Vietnam	3.96 eggs per year
124	Syrian Arab Republic	3.83 eggs per year
125	Sri Lanka	3.72 eggs per year
126	Pakistan	3.71 eggs per year
127	Bangladesh	3.62 eggs per year
128	Senegal	3.59 eggs per year
129	Jamaica	3.5 eggs per year
130	Tonga	3.34 eggs per year
131	Kiribati	2.93 eggs per year
132	Zambia	2.78 eggs per year
133	Nigeria	2.66 eggs per year
134	Tanzania	2.63 eggs per year
135	Vanuatu	2.58 eggs per year
136	Togo	2.468 eggs per year
137	Liberia	2.43 eggs per year
138	Gambia	2.38 eggs per year
139	Timor-Leste	2.32 eggs per year
140	Côte d'Ivoire	2.27 eggs per year
141	Laos	2.06 eggs per year
142	Djibouti	2.02 eggs per year
143	Myanmar	1.99 eggs per year
144	Guinea	1.97 eggs per year
145	Nepal	1.96 eggs per year
146	Iraq	1.853 eggs per year
147	Angola	1.8 eggs per year
148	Samoa	1.7 eggs per year
149	Cameroon	1.69 eggs per year
150	Zimbabwe	1.64 eggs per year
151	Eswatini	1.52 eggs per year
152	Botswana	1.51 eggs per year
153	Yemen	1.5 eggs per year
154	Sierra Leone	1.46 eggs per year
155	Mauritania	1.46 eggs per year
156	Guyana	1.41 eggs per year
157	Comoros	1.36 eggs per year
158	Guinea-Bissau	1.25 eggs per year
159	Sudan	1.196 eggs per year
160	Kenya	1.13 eggs per year
161	Cambodia	1.09 eggs per year
162	Ghana	1.08 eggs per year
163	Burkina Faso	1.06 eggs per year
164	Namibia	1.03 eggs per year
165	Benin	0.922 eggs per year
166	Malawi	0.91 eggs per year
167	Solomon Islands	0.83 eggs per year
168	Gabon	0.81 eggs per year
169	Uganda	0.76 eggs per year
170	Central African Republic	0.722 eggs per year
171	Sao Tome and Principe	0.71 eggs per year
172	Afghanistan	0.7 eggs per year
173	Lesotho	0.56 eggs per year
174	Madagascar	0.51 eggs per year
175	Mozambique	0.49 eggs per year
176	Mali	0.49 eggs per year
177	Papua New Guinea	0.45 eggs per year
178	Haiti	0.38 eggs per year
179	Rwanda	0.33 eggs per year
180	Ethiopia	0.33 eggs per year
181	Somalia	0.316 eggs per year
182	Niger	0.24 eggs per year
183	Chad	0.202 eggs per year
184	Congo	0.2 eggs per year
185	Burundi	0.135 eggs per year
186	Congo, Democratic Republic of the	0.07 eggs per year

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↓Bottom 10 Countries

Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.

Analysis & Context

In 2022, the country with the highest Egg Consumption per Capita was the Netherlands, with individuals consuming an average of 25.12 eggs annually. The global range for egg consumption per capita spans from a minimum of 0.07 to this maximum value. The global average consumption stood at 7.95 eggs per year, providing a benchmark for comparison across different nations.

Economic Prosperity and Egg Consumption

Economic factors play a significant role in egg consumption patterns. Countries with higher GDPs often have greater access to animal proteins, including eggs, as part of their dietary habits. The Netherlands, leading in egg consumption with 25.12 eggs per capita, exemplifies this trend. Similarly, Luxembourg and Japan, with per capita consumptions of 20.29 and 19.75 eggs respectively, are economically advanced countries where dietary preferences include significant egg intake.

Contrastingly, nations with lower GDPs, such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi, show minimal egg consumption, with per capita figures of 0.07 and 0.14 eggs respectively. This disparity highlights the impact of economic accessibility on dietary choices, where in many low-income countries, eggs are often considered a luxury rather than a staple.

Cultural Influences on Egg Consumption

Cultural preferences and dietary habits also significantly influence egg consumption levels. In Mexico, where egg consumption is high at 21.33 eggs per capita, eggs are a fundamental component of traditional dishes, reflecting the cultural integration of this food item into daily meals. Similarly, in China and its Special Administrative Regions, such as Hong Kong SAR with 24.12 eggs and Macao SAR with 20.87 eggs, eggs are a staple in diverse culinary applications, from breakfast dishes to festive meals.

Conversely, in countries like Somalia and Niger, with per capita consumptions of 0.32 and 0.24 eggs respectively, cultural factors and dietary traditions may prioritize other protein sources over eggs, contributing to lower consumption rates.

Year-over-Year Trends and Changes

Examining the year-over-year changes in egg consumption reveals significant shifts in certain countries. Uzbekistan experienced the most notable increase, with a rise of 6.17 eggs per capita, marking a 102.3% increase. This surge could be attributed to improvements in local agricultural practices and increased availability of eggs. The Netherlands also saw a substantial increase of 5.79 eggs, reflecting enhanced production efficiencies and possibly dietary trends favoring protein-rich foods.

Conversely, the Marshall Islands experienced the largest decrease, with a reduction of 8.42 eggs per capita, a 49.4% decline. Such a drop may result from supply chain disruptions or changes in dietary guidelines. Other countries like Gambia and Kuwait also saw significant decreases, with reductions of 6.29 and 6.26 eggs respectively, possibly due to economic challenges or shifts in consumer preferences away from eggs.

Urbanization and Access to Eggs

Urbanization levels can influence access to and consumption of eggs. In highly urbanized countries like Belgium and Indonesia, with per capita consumptions of 19.32 and 19.29 eggs, urban infrastructure supports efficient distribution networks, making eggs more readily available to the population. Urban areas often offer diverse food options, including eggs, due to better supply chains and market access.

In less urbanized regions, such as Ethiopia and Rwanda, where egg consumption per capita is 0.33 eggs, limited infrastructure and rural living conditions can restrict access to eggs, impacting consumption levels. These areas might rely more on locally available or subsistence-based food sources, where eggs are not as prevalent.

The analysis of Egg Consumption per Capita in 2022 reveals how economic status, cultural practices, year-over-year changes, and urbanization all contribute to the diverse consumption patterns observed worldwide. Understanding these factors provides valuable insights into how dietary habits are shaped across different countries.

Frequently Asked Questions About Egg Consumption per Capita in 2022

Which country had the highest egg consumption per capita in 2022?

The Netherlands had the highest egg consumption per capita in 2022, with 25.12 eggs per year.

Which country had the lowest egg consumption per capita in 2022?

The Democratic Republic of the Congo had the lowest egg consumption per capita in 2022, with 0.07 eggs per year.

What was the average egg consumption per capita across all countries in 2022?

The average egg consumption per capita across all countries in 2022 was 7.95 eggs per year.

What was the median egg consumption per capita in 2022?

The median egg consumption per capita in 2022 was 6.93 eggs per year.

Which countries were in the top 3 for egg consumption per capita in 2022?

The top 3 countries for egg consumption per capita in 2022 were the Netherlands, China, Hong Kong SAR, and China.

What is the range of egg consumption per capita among the countries in 2022?

The range of egg consumption per capita in 2022 was from 0.07 eggs per year in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to 25.12 eggs per year in the Netherlands.

Insights by country

Maldives

In 2022, the Maldives ranked #14 globally for Egg Consumption per Capita, with a value of 17.759796 eggs per year. This figure is notably higher than the global average, reflecting the country's strong demand for protein-rich foods. The high consumption can be attributed to the Maldives' growing tourism sector, which boosts local food production and availability, as well as dietary preferences that favor eggs as a staple source of nutrition.

Russia

In 2022, Russia ranked #16 globally for Egg Consumption per Capita, with a value of 16.650002 eggs per year. This figure is notably higher than the global average, reflecting a strong cultural preference for egg-based dishes in Russian cuisine. Contributing factors include the country's extensive poultry farming industry and a population that values eggs as a primary source of protein.

Seychelles

Seychelles ranks #66 globally in egg consumption per capita, with a value of 10.298933 eggs per year in 2022. This figure is relatively low compared to the global average, reflecting the country's small agricultural sector and reliance on imports for food supply. The nation's unique geography and limited arable land restrict local egg production, while tourism-driven economic factors influence dietary preferences and availability.

Malawi

In 2022, Malawi ranked #166 globally in Egg Consumption per Capita, with a value of 0.91 eggs per year. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting Malawi's position as one of the lowest consumers of eggs worldwide. Contributing factors include economic challenges, limited access to poultry farming resources, and a diet that primarily relies on staple crops such as maize.

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan ranks #70 globally in egg consumption per capita, with a value of 9.949993 eggs per year in 2022. This figure is lower than the global average, reflecting dietary preferences and agricultural practices in the region.

The country's egg consumption is influenced by its diverse cuisine and the availability of poultry farming, which is a significant part of Azerbaijan's agricultural sector. Additionally, economic factors and food security initiatives play a role in shaping consumption patterns among the population.

United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates ranks #86 globally in Egg Consumption per Capita, with a value of 8.480003 eggs per year in 2022. This figure is notably lower than the global average, reflecting dietary preferences that prioritize other protein sources. The UAE's high income levels and diverse population contribute to a varied diet, with an emphasis on imported goods, which can influence local consumption patterns.

Kiribati

In 2022, Kiribati ranked #131 globally in Egg Consumption per Capita with a value of 2.9297082 eggs per year. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the country's limited agricultural production capabilities. The low consumption is driven by factors such as geographic isolation, reliance on imported food, and economic constraints that limit local egg production.

Timor-Leste

In 2022, Timor-Leste ranked #139 globally in Egg Consumption per Capita, with a value of 2.3200016 eggs per year. This consumption level is notably low compared to many neighboring countries, reflecting dietary preferences and economic factors. The limited poultry farming infrastructure and reliance on imported food contribute to the low egg consumption, alongside a focus on traditional diets that may not prioritize eggs as a staple source of protein.

Serbia

In 2022, Serbia ranked #40 globally for Egg Consumption per Capita, with a total of 13.32999 eggs per year. This figure is notably lower than the global average, reflecting dietary habits that prioritize other protein sources. The relatively modest egg consumption in Serbia can be attributed to traditional culinary practices and economic factors that influence food choices in the region.

Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone ranks #154 globally in egg consumption per capita, with a value of 1.4600002 eggs per year in 2022. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the country's ongoing challenges in food security and agricultural productivity. Factors contributing to this low consumption include limited access to poultry farming resources, high poverty rates, and a reliance on subsistence agriculture, which restricts the availability of diverse protein sources.

Data Source

Per capita egg consumption | Our World in Data

Our World in Data is an online publication that provides comprehensive global data on various topics, including food consumption patterns. The "Per capita egg consumption" dataset offers country-level statistics on the average amount of eggs consumed per person per year, measured in kilograms.

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