Oil Production by Country (1900-2018)

History of oil production at the country level from 1900 to nowadays in barrels per day. Includes crude oil, shale oil, oil sands, condensates.

Oil Production by Country (1900–2018) — A Century of Energy Power Shifts

Explore the fascinating timeline video that tracks global oil production by country over more than a century, from 1900 to 2018. See how the world’s leading oil producers have risen and fallen, reflecting geopolitical changes, technological advancements, and economic shifts.

Discover which countries dominated oil output in different eras—from the early days of oil exploration in the U.S. to the rise of Middle Eastern giants like Saudi Arabia, and the recent surges in production by Russia, the U.S. shale boom, and others.

This visual history highlights how oil production has influenced global energy markets, international relations, and economic development worldwide.

Fun Facts & Trivia:

The U.S. led global oil production for much of the 20th century before Middle Eastern countries surged.

Saudi Arabia became a major player after discovering vast reserves in the 1930s.

The shale oil revolution in the 2000s drastically increased U.S. output, reshaping the market.

Keywords: oil production by country, global oil output history, top oil producers timeline, energy market evolution, oil production statistics.

Source: Data Is Beautiful