In December 2025, households in Montenegro experienced a notable increase in electricity costs, with the average bill rising to €46.75. This marks a significant 28.6% increase month-on-month from €36.35 in November and a 1.9% rise year-on-year compared to December 2024. The sharp escalation in bills is largely attributed to heightened demand during the winter season.
The municipality of Žabljak recorded the lowest average household bill at just €20.5, while consumers in Tivat faced the highest charges, averaging around €59.5. Such disparities highlight regional consumption patterns and the varying impact of winter demand across different areas.
Data released by power utility EPCG indicates that a substantial portion of households will benefit from lower bills, with 54.74% expected to pay less than €30 for their electricity usage in December. Additionally, 13.4% of households will see bills ranging from €30 to €50, while 20.02% will incur charges between €50 and €100. Notably, approximately 11.83% of customers will be billed over €100.
Around 115,450 regular payers, representing about 28.16% of all electricity consumers in Montenegro, received discounts on their bills this month, providing some relief amid rising costs.
Total household electricity consumption reached 163.1 million kWh, which is an increase of 3.6% compared to December 2024. Furthermore, this figure reflects a considerable rise of 26.66% from November’s consumption levels, underscoring the seasonal surge associated with winter demand.
