Copper Production by State 2025

Arizona
700
Utah
513.6
New Mexico
178
Nevada
163.7
Montana
64
State
Annual Production
Arizona Flag
Arizona700
Utah Flag
Utah513.6
New Mexico Flag
New Mexico178
Nevada Flag
Nevada163.7
Montana Flag
Montana64
  • Values are displayed in millions of pounds. For example, Utah’s yield of 513.6 could also be written as 513,600,000 lbs.
  • According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), copper is mined in only a handful of states. Arizona produced 71% of all domestic copper in 2021. The remaining 29% came from Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and (with minor contributions) Michigan and Missouri.
  • Demand for copper, which plays an important role in many green energy technologies, is estimated to grow by 350% by 2050.