In 2019, the United States consumed about 31.01 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of natural gas.
Sector | Amount (Tcf) | Share of total |
---|---|---|
Electric power | 11.31 | 36% |
Industrial (total) | 10.24 | 33% |
Lease and plant fuel consumption | 1.86 | 6% |
Combined heat and power (CHP) | 1.35 | 4% |
All other (non-CHP) | 7.04 | 23% |
Residential | 5.00 | 16% |
Commercial | 3.52 | 11% |
Transportation (total) | 0.94 | 3% |
Pipeline and distribution | 0.89 | 3% |
Vehicle fuel | 0.05 | <1% |
Learn more:
Monthly Energy Review, Table 4.3: Natural Gas Consumption by Sector, April 2020, preliminary data for 2019
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 6, 2020