Fruit

How much fiber is in avocado?

Avocado has 4.6 g of fiber per 1/2 medium (68 g). That is 16% of the daily value and a good amount for an fruit.

4.6g

per 1/2 medium

6.8g

per 100 g

16%

daily value

#7of 39

fruits

Soluble vs insoluble

Soluble 1.4g 30% Insoluble 3.2g 70%

The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.

About avocado and fiber

Half an avocado gives 4.6 grams of fiber, which puts it near the top of fresh fruits. It is low FODMAP at this serving but the whole fruit is not, so portion size matters on that plan.

Counts toward plant diversityLow FODMAP at this serving

How avocado compares to other fruits

Per typical serving. The highest fruit in the database is raspberries at 8 g.

Food	Serving	Fiber	Per 100 g	% DV
Pear	1 medium	5.5 g	3.1 g	20%
Dragon Fruit	1 medium	5.3 g	3.1 g	19%
Dried Figs	1/4 cup	4.7 g	9.4 g	17%
Avocado	1/2 medium	4.6 g	6.8 g	16%
Apple	1 medium	4.4 g	2.4 g	16%
Dates	3 dates	4 g	6.7 g	14%
Passion Fruit	2 fruits	3.7 g	10.3 g	13%

All 39 fruits ranked by fiber

Servings to reach a daily goal

6×

servings of avocado to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women

9×

servings of avocado to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men

Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.

USDA entries for avocado

Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.

USDA description	Fiber / 100 g	Soluble	Insoluble
Avocados, raw, Florida	5.6 g	–	–
Avocados, raw, California	6.8 g	–	–
Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties	6.7 g	–	–
Avocado, raw	6.7 g	–	–

Frequently asked questions

How much fiber is in avocado?

1/2 medium of avocado, about 68 grams, contains 4.6 grams of dietary fiber. That is 6.8 grams of fiber per 100 grams and 16% of the 28 gram daily value.

Is avocado high in fiber?

Avocado is a good source at 4.6 g per serving, ranking 7 of 39 fruits in the FiberUp database. Pairing it with a legume or whole grain gets a meal past 10 g.

Is the fiber in avocado soluble or insoluble?

About 30% of the fiber in avocado is soluble (1.4 g) and 70% is insoluble (3.2 g). Soluble fiber forms a gel that slows digestion and feeds gut bacteria; insoluble fiber adds bulk and speeds transit.

How many servings of avocado would reach a daily fiber goal?

It would take about 6 servings to reach 25 g (the adequate intake for adult women) and 9 servings to reach 38 g (adult men). Spreading fiber across several foods is easier and better for gut bacteria diversity.

Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.