In December 2025, Montenegrin households experienced a notable increase in electricity costs, with average bills reaching €46.75. This figure marks a substantial month-on-month rise of 28.6% from €36.35 in November and a year-on-year increase of 1.9% compared to December 2024. The surge is attributed primarily to the seasonal spike in demand during the winter months.
The municipality of Žabljak reported the lowest average household electricity bill at €20.5, while Tivat recorded the highest at approximately €59.5. Such disparities highlight the varying consumption patterns across different regions within Montenegro.
Data from the state-owned power utility, EPCG, indicates that over half, specifically 54.74%, of households will face electricity bills below €30 for December. Additionally, 13.4% of consumers will see charges between €30 and €50, while 20.02% will incur costs ranging from €50 to €100. Notably, 11.83% of customers will be billed over €100.
Furthermore, EPCG has provided discounts to around 115,450 regular payers, representing approximately 28.16% of all electricity consumers in Montenegro. This initiative aims to alleviate some financial pressure on households amid rising costs.
Total household electricity consumption in December reached 163.1 million kWh, reflecting a 3.6% increase from the previous year and a significant 26.66% rise compared to November’s figures. This increase underscores the impact of winter demand on energy consumption patterns across the country.
