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As of November 2024, the average electricity bill in Ireland is €1,496.03 for a 24hr urban standard meter, while the average gas bill is €1,321.93 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
Selectra brings you everything you need to know about the average energy bill in Ireland:
The average electricity bill in Ireland is €1,496.03 for homes with a 24hr urban meter.
This works out to €124.66 for the average monthly electricity bill.
Supplier | Estimated Annual Bill (€) | |
|---|---|---|
€1,267.72 | ||
€1,270.59 | ||
€1,307.40 | ||
€1,314.64 | ||
€1,374.54 | ||
€1,402.46 | ||
Average Annual Electricity Bill in Ireland, €1,496.03 | ||
€1,490.46 | ||
€1,474.24 | ||
€1,582.24 | ||
€1,928.07 | ||
€2,043.98 | ||
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EABs for 24hr urban meters only. Other meter type bills may vary. Figures quoted are for illustrative purposes only and do not include cashback offers.
Last updated, November 2024.
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We remind you that the quickest and most effective way to save money on gas and electricity bills is to compare energy offers and switch energy providers every 12 months.
This can usually save you anything from over €300-500 a year, which can help with the cost of living.
The size of the home we live in is perhaps the most important factor to consider when estimating how many kWh of electricity we will use in a year.
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.
| Energy Use | Type of Home | Average Annual Electricity Consumption (kWh) | Average Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | 1-2 Flat/House | 3,000 kWh | €1,085 |
| Medium | 2-3 Bedroom House | 4,200 kWh | €1,501 |
| High | 4+ Bedroom House | 5,500 kWh | €1,953 |
Prices are based on Electric Ireland’s Urban 24hr tariff of 34.75c including VAT.
What Is the Average Unit Price in Ireland?
In 2024, the average unit price per kWh is 34.29c including VAT.
The average annual gas bill in Ireland works out at €1,321.93 per year.
This works out to €110.16 for the average monthly gas bill.
Supplier | Estimated Annual Bill | |
|---|---|---|
SSE Airtricity | €1,185.00 | |
Flogas | €1,236.86 | |
Bord Gáis | €1,273.20 | |
Electric Ireland | €1,276.51 | |
Yuno Energy | €1,308.00 | |
Average Annual Electricity Bill in Ireland, €1,321.93 | ||
Energia | €1,377.77 | |
Prepay Power | €1,596.23 | |
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Figures quoted are for illustrative purposes only and do not include cashback offers.
Last updated, November 2024
The CRU has placed the average gas consumption per household in Ireland at 11,000 kWh per annum. Why is gas consumption so much higher than electricity consumption, at 11,000 kWh compared to 4,200 kWh?
The reasons lie mainly in the way gas is used. 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.
Carbon Tax and PSO Levy
On top of already expensive electricity and gas bills, additional taxes and levies such as the Carbon Tax and PSO Levy also raise the average energy bill in Ireland.
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, November 2024.
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 in 2024.
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, November 2024.
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