What Is The Average Electricity Bill in Ireland?

By Cormac Breen

Content Manager

Cormac is Selectra.ie's energy expert along with being the chief content and editorial manager for the website. His aim is to help find the best deal for you and your home energy needs so that you save money on your annual bills. His knowledge and experience of the Irish energy market allows him to offer the best advice and insight into current prices, emerging trends and overall energy saving tips.

As of May 2025, the average electricity bill in Ireland is €1,817.12 for a 24hr urban standard meter, while the average gas bill is €1,571.04 on a standard meter. If you are paying above the average, you can save money by comparing and switching energy provider to find a cheaper deal. Our energy experts here at Selectra can help you find the best deal by calling 📞 (01) 913 1771.

What Is the Average Electricity Bill in Ireland?

The average electricity bill in Ireland is €1,817.12 for homes with a 24hr urban meter.

This works out to €151.42 for the average monthly electricity bill.

It's important to understand that average electricity bills can vary significantly based on factors like:

• Household size: Larger homes generally consume more electricity.
• Energy efficiency: Homes with better insulation and energy-efficient appliances tend to have lower bills.
• Usage patterns: How often and when you use electricity impacts your average bill.
• Supplier and tariff: Different energy providers offer varying rates.

We remind you that the quickest and most effective way to save money on bills is to compare electricity offers and switch electricity providers every 12 months.

This can usually save you anything from over €300-500 a year, which can help with the cost of living.

EABs for 24hr urban meters only. Other meter type bills may vary. Figures quoted are for illustrative purposes only and do not include cashback or any other discounts on offer.
Last updated, May 2025.

What Is the Average Electricity Usage in Ireland?

The size of the home we live in is perhaps the most important factor to consider when estimating our average electricity usage.

Bigger homes mean more people, and more people equal more electricity use.

Below, you will find a table that breaks down how the size of our home can increase or decrease your yearly electricity costs compared to the average home.

Prices are based on Electric Ireland’s Urban 24hr tariff of 34.75c including VAT.

• ⚡ Factors That Influence Your Average Usage
• The size of your home.
• How energy efficient it is.
• How many people live with you.
• When the house is occupied.
• The type and frequency of appliance use.

What Is the Average Gas Bill in Ireland?

The average annual gas bill in Ireland works out at €1,571.04 per year.

This works out to €130.92 for the average monthly gas bill.

 Figures quoted are for illustrative purposes only and do not include cashback or any other discounts on offer.
Last updated, May 2025

What Is the Average Gas Usage in Ireland?

The CRU has placed the average gas consumption per household in Ireland at 11,000 kWh per annum. 

Gas consumption is so much higher than electricity consumption due to the way that gas is consumed.

Almost 64.7% of the energy used in EU households is used for home heating.

As the main purpose of natural gas usage in Irish households is heating, double the energy is needed for heating than for other energy consumption purposes.

How To Read Your Average Electricity Bill

Understanding your utility bill used by your energy supplier can better help you to work out whether your energy bill is above or below the average.

Below, you'll find an image highlighting the most important terms to understand on your home energy bill:

1. Account Number - This is the number that identifies your account with your supplier.
2. Billing Period - The period of time you are being charged for, normally bi-monthly.
3. MPRN/GPRN number - These are the unique numbers assigned to your electricity or gas connection
4. Meter configuration - This identifies the type of meter you have, smart, standard, daynight etc.
5. kWh consumption - This shows how many units of energy you consumed in this billing period.

It's also important to make note of the name of your tariff and how much your unit rate is so that you can compare similar tariffs with other energy suppliers.

How Does Ireland's Average Electricity Bill Compare?

Given the energy crisis throughout Europe and the rest of the world, the price of electricity has continued to soar, and it's getting more and more costly to pay our energy bills.

The latest figures from Eurostat indicate that Ireland's electricity prices have increased by almost 43% since 2020 from €0.2616/kWh to €0.3736/kWh in 2024 making Ireland's electricity bills the second highest across the EU.

Source: Eurostat EU Electricity Prices
Figures quoted include relevant taxies and levies applied. Last updated, May 2025.

What About the Average Gas Bill in Ireland?

Again looking at Eurostat, the gas prices in Ireland are still relatively high despite forecasts of falling gas prices for 2024.

As of 2024, gas prices had risen from €0.0690/kWh in 2022 to €0.1371/kWh.

Compared to gas prices in other European countries, Irish customers are still paying some of the highest prices across the continent.

Source: Eurostat EU Gas Prices
Figures quoted include relevant taxies and levies applied. Last updated, May 2025.

By Cormac Breen

Content Manager

Cormac is Selectra.ie's energy expert along with being the chief content and editorial manager for the website. His aim is to help find the best deal for you and your home energy needs so that you save money on your annual bills. His knowledge and experience of the Irish energy market allows him to offer the best advice and insight into current prices, emerging trends and overall energy saving tips.