Global silver mine production 2005-2024

The estimated global production of silver in 2024 amounted to 25,000 metric tons. The worldwide production of this precious metal has increased compared to 2005. Humans have been mining and processing silver since antiquity. 

Where in the world does silver come from?

The three leading silver producing countries worldwide are Mexico, China, and Peru. In 2024, Mexico produced 6,300 metric tons worth of silver, while production in China and Peru stood at 3,300 and 3,100 metric tons that year, respectively. 

Who produces the most silver?

Fresnillo plc was the leading global silver mining company in 2023. The Mexico-based company produced 56.3 million ounces of silver that year. Their operational headquarters are in Mexico City, while their corporate headquarters are situated in London. That year, the revenue generated by Fresnillo, reached a record high of 2.87 billion U.S. dollars. The second-largest silver mining company in the world was KGHM Polska Miedz S.A., a Polish based mining company.