Onion Production by State 2026
Onion Production (CWT)
State | Onion Production 2025 (CWT)↓ | Onion Production Value 2025 ($) | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Washington | 23.4M | $407.06 Mn |
 | California | 19.8M | $336.59 Mn |
 | Oregon | 18.2M | $312.17 Mn |
 | Idaho | 9.5M | $175.66 Mn |
 | New Mexico | 3.9M | $106.17 Mn |
 | Texas | 2.7M | $83.70 Mn |
 | New York | 2.3M | $44.55 Mn |
 | Georgia | 2.3M | $133.38 Mn |
 | United States | 82.1M |
- CWT is an abbreviation for hundredweight, a unit of measurement equivalent to 100 pounds in the US (the “short hundredweight”, or “cental”) and 112 pounds (a “long hundredweight”) in the UK. CWT is typically used to price agricultural or industrial goods (particularly raw materials) such as fruits and vegetables, grains, steel, and livestock.
Onion production in the United States is primarily concentrated in a handful of states, with Washington, California, and Oregon leading the pack. These states collectively contribute a significant portion of the total onion output in the country. Washington stands out as the top producer, with a substantial annual yield of approximately 19.7 million tons, followed closely by California and Oregon, producing 17.2 million tons and 13.7 million tons, respectively.
Other states also play a role in onion production, albeit to a lesser extent. Idaho, known for its agricultural productivity, contributes approximately 7.1 million tons annually, while New Mexico, Georgia, and New York each produce between 2.5 million to 3.4 million tons of onions. Texas and Colorado also have notable onion production, adding approximately 2.5 million and 1.3 million tons to the national output, respectively.
The cumulative production from these states amounts to a substantial 70.1 million tons, reflecting the significance of onion farming in the United States. However, it’s important to note that onion production is not evenly distributed across all states, with certain regions benefiting from favorable climate conditions, soil quality, and agricultural practices conducive to onion cultivation.
