In April 2026, the average household electricity bill in Montenegro reached €31.78, marking a significant decrease of 20% from March’s average of €39.73 and a slight decline of 1.2% compared to the same month in the previous year, which recorded an average bill of €32.15. This reduction in household electricity costs is indicative of changing consumption patterns across the country.
The municipality of Žabljak reported the lowest average monthly consumption with bills averaging €20.2, while consumers in Kotor faced the highest costs, with an average bill of €37.3. These disparities highlight regional differences in energy usage and pricing within Montenegro.
A significant portion of households benefited from lower electricity costs, with approximately 63.47% paying less than €30 for their consumption in April. In contrast, 18.13% of households incurred bills between €30 and €50, while 14.44% faced charges ranging from €50 to €100; only 3.97% of customers received bills exceeding €100.
<pThe power utility company, EPCG, indicated that around 163,271 regularly paying customers, or about 39.5% of all electricity consumers in Montenegro, have been granted discounts on their bills. This initiative may be aimed at alleviating financial pressure on households amidst fluctuating energy prices.
Total household electricity consumption during April 2026 was reported at 112.5 million kWh, reflecting a decrease of 4.29% compared to April 2025 and a notable drop of 20.54% from March 2026 figures. These trends suggest a significant shift in energy consumption habits among Montenegrin households, potentially influenced by seasonal changes and economic factors.
