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middleish iowa | Chicken is the most consumed meat in the United States, accounting for over 100 pounds per person annually and surpassing both beef and pork.
U.S. Per Capita Meat Consumption Breakdown
According to recent USDA and economic data, average annual per capita consumption by major meat type includes:
• Broilers (Chicken): ~105 to 118 pounds per person (the leading animal protein)
• Beef: ~59 to 60 pounds per person
• Pork: ~49 to 50 pounds per person
• Turkeys: ~13.6 to 13.8 pounds per person
• Total Combined Meat & Poultry: Roughly 228 to 230 pounds per person annually.
Key Consumption Trends
• Rise of Poultry: Chicken consumption has steadily climbed over the past few decades, overtaking beef as Americans shifted toward leaner and more affordable poultry options.
• Beef & Pork Stability: Beef and pork demand have remained staple components of the American diet, though beef consumption peaked decades ago and sits lower than historical highs.
• Processed Meats: A notable portion of total U.S. meat intake consists of processed and cured products (such as cold cuts, hot dogs, sausages, and bacon).
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