In 2021, the United States consumed about 30.28 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of natural gas.
Sector | Amount (Tcf) | Share of total |
---|---|---|
Electric power | 11.27 | 37% |
Industrial (total) | 10.04 | 33% |
Lease and plant fuel consumption | 1.85 | 6% |
Combined heat and power (CHP) | 1.35 | 4% |
All other (non-CHP) | 6.85 | 23% |
Residential | 4.65 | 15% |
Commercial | 3.26 | 11% |
Transportation (total) | 1.05 | 3% |
Pipeline and distribution | 1.00 | 3% |
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: May 11, 2022, with preliminary data for 2021 from the Monthly Energy Review, April 2022.