Hungary Energy Use per Capita
Energy use per capita EG.USE.PCAP.KG.OE
Hungary's energy use per capita was 2,497 in 2025, ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Hungary's energy use per capita stood at 2,497 in 2025, a decline of +18 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2,497 by 2025. Hungary ranked 43rd globally.
Hungary’s energy use per capita stood at 2,497.05 kilograms of oil equivalent in 2025, ranking 43rd globally, according to World Bank data. This level reflects a modest decline from its all-time peak of 2,850.71 in 2021, which followed a period of fluctuation after the lowest recorded usage of 2,405.83 in 1994. Since 1990, when energy consumption per capita was 2,774.67, Hungary has seen a general trend of reduction, particularly in the early 1990s, likely influenced by economic restructuring after the transition from a planned economy. In 2025, Hungary's energy use was slightly below Serbia’s 2,534.33 and marginally above Denmark’s 2,400.65, placing it in a similar range to peer nations despite differing energy policies and infrastructures. The relatively stable consumption over the past decade suggests limited progress in decoupling economic activity from energy demand. A meaningful shift in this trajectory will likely depend on accelerated investments in energy efficiency, broader adoption of renewable sources, and structural changes in industry and transportation.
Data & projection
| Year | Energy Use per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 2,446 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 2,497 | - | - |
| 2025 | 2,497 | −18 | #43 |
| 2023 | 2,515 | −157 | #45 |
| 2022 | 2,673 | −178 | #107 |
| 2021 | 2,851 | +138 | #109 |
| 2020 | 2,713 | −36 | #111 |
| 2019 | 2,749 | +10 | #106 |
| 2018 | 2,739 | +1 | #104 |
| 2017 | 2,737 | +124 | #108 |
| 2016 | 2,613 | +42 | #104 |
| 2015 | 2,571 | +148 | #103 |
| 2014 | 2,424 | +3 | #99 |
| 2013 | 2,420 | −70 | #100 |
| 2012 | 2,490 | −111 | #100 |
| 2011 | 2,601 | −51 | #101 |
| 2010 | 2,651 | +103 | #102 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw energy use per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's energy use per capita was 2,497 in 2025. Ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from the previous year.
Hungary's energy use per capita peaked at 2,851 in 2021.
The lowest energy use per capita in Hungary was 2,406 in 1994.
Hungary ranks 43rd 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.
Hungary's energy use per capita is projected to reach 2,497 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The energy use per capita of Hungary in 2025 was 2,497. This ranks 43rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_hungary_energy-per-capita,
title = {Hungary Energy Use per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/energy-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}