In 2022, the United States consumed about 32.31 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of natural gas.
Sector | Amount (Tcf) | Share of total |
---|---|---|
Electric power | 12.12 | 38% |
Industrial (total) | 10.44 | 32% |
Lease and plant fuel consumption | 1.98 | 6% |
Combined heat and power (CHP) | 1.36 | 4% |
All other (non-CHP) | 7.09 | 22% |
Residential | 4.99 | 15% |
Commercial | 3.52 | 11% |
Transportation (total) | 1.24 | 4% |
Pipeline and distribution | 1.19 | 4% |
Vehicle fuel | 0.05 | <1% |
Learn more:
Monthly Energy Review, Table 4.3: Natural Gas Consumption by Sector
U.S. natural gas flow (diagram)
Natural gas consumption by end use
Definitions of natural gas end uses
Energy Explained: U.S. Energy Facts: Consumption and Production
Energy Explained: Use of Natural Gas
Last updated: April 28, 2023, with preliminary data for 2022 from the Monthly Energy Review, April 2023.