Guatemala Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Guatemala's energy use per capita was 955 in 2025, ranked 93rd globally. This represents a 7.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Guatemala's energy use per capita stood at 955 in 2025, a rise of +67 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 955 by 2025. Guatemala ranked 93rd globally.
Guatemala’s energy use per capita has risen from 488.84 kilowatt‑hours in 1990 to 954.57 kilowatt‑hours in 2025, placing the country 93rd among 211 economies in the World Bank database. The all‑time peak coincides with the most recent year, 2025, while the trough occurred in 1993 at 487.93 kilowatt‑hours, indicating a steady upward trajectory over the 34‑year series. Compared with regional peers, Guatemala’s consumption is slightly below Egypt (973.53) and Botswana (974.71) but above Tunisia (938.04) and Eswatini (915.90), suggesting that its energy intensity is converging toward the higher end of the middle‑income spectrum. The increase reflects expanding electrification, industrial activity, and modest improvements in access to modern fuels. Continued investment in renewable generation and efficiency measures could moderate future growth, while sustained economic expansion would likely keep the upward trend intact.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 955 | - | - |
| 2025 | 955 | +67 | #93 |
| 2022 | 888 | −36 | #52 |
| 2021 | 924 | +100 | #55 |
| 2020 | 824 | −28 | #52 |
| 2019 | 852 | +18 | #50 |
| 2018 | 834 | +16 | #49 |
| 2017 | 818 | −16 | #49 |
| 2016 | 834 | +46 | #49 |
| 2015 | 787 | +31 | #49 |
| 2014 | 756 | +17 | #49 |
| 2013 | 739 | +5 | #49 |
| 2012 | 734 | +20 | #51 |
| 2011 | 714 | +0 | #48 |
| 2010 | 714 | −7 | #47 |
| 2009 | 721 | +35 | #46 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Guatemala 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
Guatemala's energy use per capita was 955 in 2025. Ranked 93rd globally. This represents a 7.5% increase from the previous year.
Guatemala's energy use per capita peaked at 955 in 2025.
The lowest energy use per capita in Guatemala was 488 in 1993.
Guatemala ranks 93rd 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.
Guatemala's energy use per capita is projected to reach 955 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Guatemala in 2025 was 955. This ranks 93rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_guatemala_energy-per-capita,
title = {Guatemala Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/guatemala/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}