Net Imports of Petroleum were Only 33% of U.S. Consumption in 2013
September 15, 2014
When compared to total U.S. consumption of petroleum, net imports were only 33% in 2013. The share of imported petroleum reached a peak of 60% in 2005, from a low of 27% in 1985. Since 2005, the share has declined each year.
Net Imports as a Share of U.S. Consumption
Note
Net imports are equal to total imports minus exports.
Source
U.S. Department of Energy, Energy Information Administration, Monthly Energy Review, August 2014, Table 3.3a.