Which country has the highest nickel reserves?

Indonesia has the highest nickel reserves at 62,000,000 metric tons as of 2025.

Which country has the lowest nickel reserves?

The United States has the lowest nickel reserves at 340,000 metric tons as of 2025.

The global average for nickel reserves is 14,460,000 metric tons as of 2025.

2025

New Caledonia has the 5th highest nickel reserves among 9 countries with data in 2025.

How does New Caledonia rank globally for nickel reserves?: New Caledonia has the 5th highest nickel reserves among 9 countries with data in 2025.
Which country has the highest nickel reserves?: Indonesia has the highest nickel reserves at 62,000,000 metric tons as of 2025.
Which country has the lowest nickel reserves?: The United States has the lowest nickel reserves at 340,000 metric tons as of 2025.
What is the global average for nickel reserves?: The global average for nickel reserves is 14,460,000 metric tons as of 2025.

Year	Nickel Reserves
2025	7,100,000

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration · Updated June 2026