Iceland Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Iceland's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025, ranked 81st globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Iceland'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. Iceland ranked 81st globally.
Iceland's electricity access has remained consistently high throughout the past three and a half decades, with a steady 100.00% coverage rate since 1990. This trend is reflected in the country's ranking globally, where it currently stands at #81 among 193 countries. As of 2025, Iceland's electricity access rate remains at an all-time peak of 100.00%, a milestone shared with several other countries including Iraq, Israel, and Italy, which also boast 100.00% coverage. The lack of fluctuations in Iceland's electricity access rate suggests a stable energy infrastructure, which is likely driven by the country's geothermal resources and a strong focus on renewable energy. However, a shift towards carbon-neutral energy production could further solidify Iceland's position as a leader in this area, potentially leading to increased investment in renewable energy technologies and a continued high ranking in electricity access.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #81 |
| 2023 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #56 |
| 2022 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #58 |
| 2021 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #55 |
| 2020 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #52 |
| 2019 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #50 |
| 2018 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #46 |
| 2017 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #44 |
| 2016 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #44 |
| 2015 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #43 |
| 2014 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #43 |
| 2013 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #39 |
| 2012 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #39 |
| 2011 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #36 |
| 2010 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #36 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Iceland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2016. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Iceland's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025. Ranked 81st globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Iceland's electricity access peaked at 100.00% in 1990.
The lowest electricity access in Iceland was 100.00% in 1990.
Iceland ranks 81st globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Iceland's electricity access is projected to reach 100.00% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Iceland in 2025 was 100.00%. This ranks 81st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_iceland_electricity-access,
title = {Iceland Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/iceland/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}