Cambodia Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Cambodia's electricity access was 99.20% in 2025, ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 4.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1998–2025.
Overview
Cambodia's electricity access stood at 99.20% in 2025, a rise of +4.20pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 99.20% by 2025. Cambodia ranked 143rd globally.
Cambodia’s electricity‑access rate has risen dramatically over a 27‑year span, climbing from 18.67 % in 1998 to a near‑universal 99.20 % in 2025, the highest level recorded and the country’s all‑time peak. The trough of 8.82 % in 1999 underscores how rapid the expansion has been, reflecting extensive grid extensions and rural electrification programmes. By 2025 Cambodia ranks 143rd globally, closely trailing peers such as Kiribati (99.32 %) and Colombia (99.12 %), which illustrate that the country has joined a group of nations that have achieved virtually complete coverage. The sustained upward trajectory suggests that continued investment in renewable generation and grid resilience will be crucial to maintain and possibly improve the coverage rate, especially as demand grows and the sector confronts climate‑related challenges.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 101.99% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 99.20% | - | - |
| 2025 | 99.20% | +4.20pp | #143 |
| 2023 | 95.00% | +2.70pp | #155 |
| 2022 | 92.30% | +9.80pp | #156 |
| 2021 | 82.50% | −3.90pp | #166 |
| 2020 | 86.40% | +2.40pp | #161 |
| 2019 | 84.00% | +3.30pp | #162 |
| 2018 | 80.70% | −8.40pp | #163 |
| 2017 | 89.10% | +20.30pp | #153 |
| 2016 | 68.80% | +6.10pp | #168 |
| 2015 | 62.70% | +6.60pp | #170 |
| 2014 | 56.10% | +5.20pp | #175 |
| 2013 | 50.90% | +8.60pp | #179 |
| 2012 | 42.30% | +4.90pp | #184 |
| 2011 | 37.40% | +6.30pp | #187 |
| 2010 | 31.10% | +5.50pp | #190 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cambodia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cambodia's electricity access was 99.20% in 2025. Ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 4.4% increase from the previous year.
Cambodia's electricity access peaked at 99.20% in 2025.
The lowest electricity access in Cambodia was 8.82% in 1999.
Cambodia ranks 143rd globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cambodia's electricity access is projected to reach 99.20% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Cambodia in 2025 was 99.20%. This ranks 143rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cambodia_electricity-access,
title = {Cambodia Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cambodia/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}