Suriname Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Suriname's electricity access was 100.34% in 2025, ranked 14th globally. This represents a 0.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1999–2025.
Overview
Suriname's electricity access stood at 100.34% in 2025, a rise of +0.74pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 100.34% by 2025. Suriname ranked 14th globally.
Suriname has experienced significant advancements in electricity access over the past two and a half decades, with a notable increase from 91.00% in 2006 to its current level of 100.34% in 2025. Unlike its peer countries such as Tajikistan, which has maintained a similar level of access, Suriname has shown considerable improvement, surpassing Algeria's 100.32% in the latest data. The country's steady growth in electricity access has been consistent since 1999, with a slight dip from 99.62% to 91.00% in 2006, followed by a steady upward trend. Despite the rapid progress, challenges remain to be addressed, particularly in sustaining the current level of access and ensuring that it is equitably distributed throughout the country. A potential shift in global energy policies or regional economic developments could impact the trajectory of Suriname's electricity access, potentially leading to increased investment in renewable energy sources and more efficient grid management systems.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 100.74% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 100.34% | - | - |
| 2025 | 100.34% | +0.74pp | #14 |
| 2023 | 99.60% | +0.60pp | #136 |
| 2022 | 99.00% | +0.20pp | #142 |
| 2021 | 98.80% | +0.40pp | #139 |
| 2020 | 98.40% | +0.50pp | #137 |
| 2019 | 97.90% | +0.50pp | #137 |
| 2018 | 97.40% | +0.80pp | #136 |
| 2017 | 96.60% | +0.80pp | #137 |
| 2016 | 95.80% | +0.80pp | #137 |
| 2015 | 95.00% | +0.40pp | #134 |
| 2014 | 94.60% | +0.00pp | #133 |
| 2013 | 94.60% | +0.00pp | #133 |
| 2012 | 94.60% | +0.00pp | #129 |
| 2011 | 94.60% | +3.40pp | #128 |
| 2010 | 91.20% | −3.40pp | #136 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Suriname matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Suriname's electricity access was 100.34% in 2025. Ranked 14th globally. This represents a 0.7% increase from the previous year.
Suriname's electricity access peaked at 100.34% in 2025.
The lowest electricity access in Suriname was 91.00% in 2006.
Suriname ranks 14th globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Suriname's electricity access is projected to reach 100.34% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Suriname in 2025 was 100.34%. This ranks 14th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_suriname_electricity-access,
title = {Suriname Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/suriname/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}