Spain Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Spain's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025, ranked 63rd globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Spain'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. Spain ranked 63rd globally.
Spain has consistently maintained a near-universal level of electricity access, with 100.00% of its population having access to electricity as of 2025. This level of access has been maintained since at least 1990, indicating a stable trend. In comparison, some of Spain's peer countries, such as Estonia and Denmark, also boast 100.00% electricity access, although they have achieved this milestone more recently. Despite the consistency in electricity access, a potential shift in energy policy or technological advancements could alter the trajectory of Spain's electricity access trend. For instance, a greater emphasis on renewable energy sources or increased investment in smart grid infrastructure could lead to a shift away from traditional fossil fuels, potentially impacting the country's electricity access rate in the future.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 100.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #63 |
| 2023 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #37 |
| 2022 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #39 |
| 2021 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #37 |
| 2020 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #34 |
| 2019 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #32 |
| 2018 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #30 |
| 2017 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #28 |
| 2016 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #27 |
| 2015 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #26 |
| 2014 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #27 |
| 2013 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #24 |
| 2012 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #24 |
| 2011 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #21 |
| 2010 | 100.00% | +0.00pp | #20 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Spain matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Spain's electricity access was 100.00% in 2025. Ranked 63rd globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Spain's electricity access peaked at 100.00% in 1990.
The lowest electricity access in Spain was 100.00% in 1990.
Spain ranks 63rd globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Spain's electricity access is projected to reach 100.00% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Spain in 2025 was 100.00%. This ranks 63rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_spain_electricity-access,
title = {Spain Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/spain/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}