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    Global Average Electricity Access Rate

    Last updated: February 18, 2026

    91%

    %

    Approximately 91% of the world's population has access to electricity, up from 73% in 2000. However, 675 million people still lack access, primarily in Sub-Saharan Africa (55% access) and South Asia. Solar mini-grids are rapidly closing the gap in rural areas.

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    Source: World Bank

    Global Average Electricity Access Rate by Country

    Country Value (%) ↓Source
    United States100EIA
    China100NBS
    Japan100METI
    Germany100Destatis
    United Kingdom100BEIS
    Saudi Arabia100ECRA
    South Korea100KEPCO
    Australia100AER
    Brazil99.8ANEEL
    India99.5CEA
    South Africa85DOE
    Pakistan75NEPRA
    Nigeria62NERC

    Why This Average Exists

    Electricity access is fundamental to economic development, education, healthcare, and quality of life. It's a key indicator of infrastructure development and poverty reduction.

    Factors That Affect Global Average Electricity Access Rate

    • Infrastructure investment
    • Grid expansion
    • Off-grid solutions
    • Government policy
    • Poverty levels
    • Geography

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    Methodology & Data Sources

    The data presented on this page is compiled from publicly available datasets published by international organizations including the World Bank, World Health Organization (WHO), International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations, NASA, and national statistical agencies.

    Global averages are calculated using population-weighted or arithmetic means depending on the metric. Country-level data reflects the most recent available figures, typically from 2024–2024. Where gaps exist, the latest available data point is used.

    All figures are subject to revision as source organizations update their datasets. For the most authoritative data, we encourage consulting the original sources linked in the table above.

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