In February 2026, the average electricity bill for households in Montenegro was €43.25, reflecting a notable shift in consumer costs. This figure represents a significant 19.2% decrease from January 2026, when the average bill was €53.52, while also indicating a 5.4% increase from February 2025’s average of €41.03. Such fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of electricity pricing in the region.
The distribution of electricity bills illustrates varying financial impacts across municipalities. The lowest monthly bill was recorded in the Žabljak municipality, averaging €21.90, contrasting sharply with Tivat, where households faced an average bill of €54.90—marking the highest in the country.
Analyzing the overall distribution of bills reveals that a substantial portion of households are benefiting from lower costs. Specifically, 56.73% of consumers are expected to pay less than €30, while 14.66% will see charges between €30 and €50. Conversely, 18.5% of households will incur expenses ranging from €50 to €100, and 10.1% will receive bills exceeding €100.
This pricing landscape is further complicated by discounts granted to consumers; approximately 157,618 regularly paying customers, or about 38.28% of all consumers in Montenegro, received such reductions on their bills.
<pConsumption patterns also reflect changing energy usage behaviors among households. The national power utility, EPCG, reported that total household consumption reached 151.6 million kWh in February 2026—a rise of 2.83% compared to February 2025 but a decline of 17.56% from January 2026 levels.
<pThese developments highlight ongoing trends within Montenegro’s electricity market and provide critical insights into consumer behavior and utility management as stakeholders navigate evolving economic conditions and regulatory frameworks.
