Electricity prices for medium-sized commercial consumers in Bosnia and Herzegovina increased by 7.7% year on year in the first half of 2026. The rise was higher than the increase recorded for households over the same period. The pricing data covers both customer groups, with commercial users showing the larger percentage change.
Commercial and household electricity price levels
Businesses consuming between 500–2,000 MWh annually paid an average of €118.60/MWh excluding VAT. Households using 2,500–5,000 kWh annually saw prices rise by 6.5%. For households, the level reached about €83.90/MWh before taxes and €99.50/MWh including VAT and other charges.
Gas prices for residential versus non-household users
Gas prices also differed between household and business customers in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Residential users paid an average of €14.52/GJ including VAT, while the figure was €12.40/GJ before VAT. Non-household consumers paid approximately €17.69/GJ including taxes and €15.13/GJ excluding VAT.
Impact on operating costs for businesses
The commercial electricity increase contributes to operating costs for businesses in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This is particularly relevant for companies with limited scope to reduce consumption or pass higher energy bills on to customers. The reported figures show rising electricity costs across both customer groups, with the commercial segment facing the larger percentage increase.
