Saudi Arabia Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Saudi Arabia's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025, ranked 118th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Saudi Arabia'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. Saudi Arabia ranked 118th globally.
Saudi Arabia has maintained near-universal electricity access for over three decades, with a consistent rate of 100.00% since 1990, according to World Bank data. Notably, the kingdom has sustained this level despite fluctuations in global energy markets and internal economic shifts. In 2018, the country experienced a minor dip to 99.90%, but this anomaly was short-lived, and Saudi Arabia has since regained its full access status. In comparison to peer countries, Saudi Arabia's performance is comparable to that of Singapore and Qatar, which have also achieved 100.00% electricity access. As of 2025, Saudi Arabia ranks #118 globally in terms of electricity access, a testament to the country's sustained efforts in modernizing its energy infrastructure. With a continued focus on renewable energy integration and infrastructure development, Saudi Arabia is poised to maintain its status as a leader in electricity access, potentially positioning itself for even greater energy security and economic stability in the years to come.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #118 |
| 2023 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #102 |
| 2022 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #107 |
| 2021 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #100 |
| 2020 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #91 |
| 2019 | 100.00% | +0.10pp | #89 |
| 2018 | 99.90% | −0.10pp | #107 |
| 2017 | 100.00% | +0.10pp | #82 |
| 2016 | 99.90% | −0.10pp | #97 |
| 2015 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #70 |
| 2014 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #72 |
| 2013 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #67 |
| 2012 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #67 |
| 2011 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #60 |
| 2010 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #61 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Saudi Arabia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Saudi Arabia's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025. Ranked 118th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Saudi Arabia's electricity access peaked at 100.00% in 1990.
The lowest electricity access in Saudi Arabia was 99.90% in 2016.
Saudi Arabia ranks 118th globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Saudi Arabia's electricity access is projected to reach 100.00% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Saudi Arabia in 2025 was 100.00%. This ranks 118th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_saudi-arabia_electricity-access,
title = {Saudi Arabia Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/saudi-arabia/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}