Denmark Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Denmark's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025, ranked 61st globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Denmark'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. Denmark ranked 61st globally.
Denmark has maintained a consistent level of electricity access since 1990, with a steady 100.00% coverage rate across the 35-year period. As of 2025, the country ranks #61 globally in terms of electricity access, tied with several peer countries including Germany and Czechia. The lack of fluctuations in electricity access coverage in Denmark suggests a stable and well-established energy infrastructure, consistent with the country's high ranking in various energy efficiency and sustainability indices. This stability stands in contrast to some developing countries, such as Egypt, Arab Republic of, which also boasts 100.00% electricity access, but has experienced significant growth in this area over the past few decades. Looking ahead, any significant changes to Denmark's electricity access coverage would likely be driven by shifts in energy policy or technological advancements, such as the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources, which could further solidify the country's position as a leader in sustainable energy access.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #61 |
| 2023 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #34 |
| 2022 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #35 |
| 2021 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #34 |
| 2020 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #31 |
| 2019 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #30 |
| 2018 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #28 |
| 2017 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #25 |
| 2016 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #25 |
| 2015 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #25 |
| 2014 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #26 |
| 2013 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #23 |
| 2012 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #23 |
| 2011 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #20 |
| 2010 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #19 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Denmark matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Denmark's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025. Ranked 61st globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Denmark's electricity access peaked at 100.00% in 1990.
The lowest electricity access in Denmark was 100.00% in 1990.
Denmark ranks 61st globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Denmark's electricity access is projected to reach 100.00% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Denmark in 2025 was 100.00%. This ranks 61st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_denmark_electricity-access,
title = {Denmark Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/denmark/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}