Cambodia Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Cambodia's energy use per capita was 557 in 2025, ranked 115th globally. This represents a 10.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1995–2025.
Overview
Cambodia's energy use per capita stood at 557 in 2025, a rise of +55 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 557 by 2025. Cambodia ranked 115th globally.
Cambodia’s energy use per capita has risen steadily over the 29‑year span from 282.35 kilowatt‑hours in 1995 to a peak of 556.56 kilowatt‑hours in 2025, placing the country at rank 115 globally. The lowest point occurred in 1997 with 258.95 kilowatt‑hours, after which consumption expanded as the economy diversified and electrification projects broadened access to households and industry. By 2025 Cambodia’s per‑capita consumption is marginally below that of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (558.04) and the Kyrgyz Republic (554.93), yet above Nepal’s 547.38, reflecting a convergence with middle‑income Asian peers. The upward trajectory mirrors regional patterns of growing demand for electricity in manufacturing and urban services, while continued investment in renewable capacity and efficiency measures could moderate future growth. If policy incentives accelerate clean‑energy adoption, Cambodia’s per‑capita energy use may stabilize or increase at a slower pace, reshaping its position in the global ranking.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 557 | - | - |
| 2025 | 557 | +55 | #115 |
| 2022 | 502 | +0 | #30 |
| 2021 | 501 | −15 | #29 |
| 2020 | 516 | +27 | #30 |
| 2019 | 489 | +48 | #29 |
| 2018 | 441 | +22 | #25 |
| 2017 | 419 | +6 | #23 |
| 2016 | 413 | +33 | #22 |
| 2015 | 380 | +20 | #18 |
| 2014 | 360 | +22 | #16 |
| 2013 | 338 | +4 | #13 |
| 2012 | 334 | +9 | #13 |
| 2011 | 325 | +2 | #13 |
| 2010 | 323 | +12 | #14 |
| 2009 | 311 | +15 | #14 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cambodia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw energy use per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cambodia's energy use per capita was 557 in 2025. Ranked 115th globally. This represents a 10.9% increase from the previous year.
Cambodia's energy use per capita peaked at 557 in 2025.
The lowest energy use per capita in Cambodia was 259 in 1997.
Cambodia ranks 115th globally in energy use per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cambodia's energy use per capita is projected to reach 557 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Cambodia in 2025 was 557. This ranks 115th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cambodia_energy-per-capita,
title = {Cambodia Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cambodia/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}