Bosnia and Herzegovina Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025, ranked 45th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity access stood at 100.00% in 2025, a rise of +0.00pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 100.00% by 2025. Bosnia and Herzegovina ranked 45th globally.
Bosnia and Herzegovina has maintained a consistent level of electricity access throughout its recorded history, with the indicator reaching an all-time peak of 100.00% in 2025, mirroring the levels of countries such as the Bahamas. The country's electricity access rate has never dipped below 98.50%, a trough that occurred in 2002. The World Bank data reveals a stable trajectory over the past 35 years, with a current ranking of #45 globally. Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity access rate appears to be in line with other countries that have achieved universal access. The consistent access to electricity is a notable achievement for a country that has experienced significant economic and political upheaval in the past. However, with the increasing global shift towards renewable energy sources, Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity access trajectory may be impacted by the transition to more sustainable energy sources if the country fails to adapt and invest in its energy infrastructure.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #45 |
| 2023 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #15 |
| 2022 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #14 |
| 2021 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #14 |
| 2020 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #14 |
| 2019 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #14 |
| 2018 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #13 |
| 2017 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #12 |
| 2016 | 100.00% | +0.30pp | #11 |
| 2015 | 99.70% | −0.20pp | #98 |
| 2014 | 99.90% | +0.40pp | #87 |
| 2013 | 99.50% | −0.20pp | #100 |
| 2012 | 99.70% | +0.00pp | #88 |
| 2011 | 99.70% | +0.20pp | #80 |
| 2010 | 99.50% | +0.10pp | #87 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bosnia and Herzegovina matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025. Ranked 45th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity access peaked at 100.00% in 1990.
The lowest electricity access in Bosnia and Herzegovina was 98.50% in 2002.
Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks 45th globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's electricity access is projected to reach 100.00% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025 was 100.00%. This ranks 45th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bosnia-and-herzegovina_electricity-access,
title = {Bosnia and Herzegovina Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bosnia-and-herzegovina/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}