Montenegro’s average residential electricity bill declined in September 2026 as monthly usage fell from summer levels, while demand remained higher than a year earlier. The average bill reached €34.22 in September, according to figures reported by national electricity utility EPCG. This compares with €49.31 in August, a monthly decrease of 30.6%.
September 2026 bill levels versus August and September 2025
On a year-on-year basis, the average bill increased compared with September 2025. In September 2025, the average household electricity bill stood at €28.51, while the September 2026 figure was about 20% higher. EPCG’s data also show that lower monthly bills do not necessarily translate into a sustained reduction in household electricity expenditure.
Household electricity consumption remained above the previous year’s level despite the lower bill outcome. Montenegrin households used approximately 121.4 GWh during September, up 16.23% year on year. Consumption fell by 30.11% compared with August, reflecting seasonal changes in demand patterns.
Municipal variation and the household bill distribution
Bills varied across municipalities, with different average payment levels reported for September. Kolašin recorded the lowest average electricity bill at €21.70. Ulcinj registered the highest average bill at approximately €44.90.
The distribution of residential bills indicated that most consumers were concentrated in lower monthly payment categories. Around 62.12% of households received bills below €30, while 19.87% paid between €30 and €50. A further 13.82% faced bills between €50 and €100, and 4.19% received bills exceeding €100.
EPCG discount scheme and implications for retail supply needs
EPCG also reported that customers qualifying through regular payment received discounts in connection with its scheme. In total, 134,779 customers qualified for a discount, equivalent to approximately 32.3% of total consumers. The September figures reflect the combined effect of seasonal consumption shifts and higher year-on-year demand levels.
EPCG said changes in consumption affect retail electricity sales and procurement requirements, as well as the balance between domestic generation and market purchases. While the decline from August reduced immediate household electricity expenditure, consumption compared with September 2025 showed that residential requirements had not returned to the previous year’s level. The distribution of household bills is also relevant to affordability assessments and customer support measure design as Montenegro moves into colder months with lower bills than during August.
