Outdoor power prices in Iceland

How much does electricity cost in Iceland?

In Iceland, electricity prices for households with a consumption between 2,500 and 5,000 kilowatt-hours averaged 15.3 euro cents per kilowatt-hour in the first half of 2023. Residents of Iceland noticed a steep increase in their power bills from 2020 until 2022.

What factors drive electricity prices in Iceland?

In this chapter, we outline the electricity supply, demand, market design, and present the main factors driving electricity prices in Iceland. Over decades, there has been a significant growth of the net electricity consumption in Iceland, reaching the level of 19.28 TWh in 2018.

Does Iceland have a competitive electricity price?

Electricity prices for energy intensive industries in Iceland are relatively competitive at a global level. This is mainly due to the abundant and natural energy sources in Iceland, such as hydro power and geothermal energy. Only a few countries or regions in North America or Europe can benefit from similar energy sources.

Is Iceland's electricity cheaper than the EU?

Compared to the EU average electricity price, Iceland's electricity is significantly cheaper. For instance, the average price for EU households with a consumption between 2,500 and 5,000 kilowatt-hours annually was 28.9 euro cents in the first half of 2022, around 13 cents more than in Iceland.

How does Iceland generate electricity?

Iceland has been able to take advantage of the local environment to generate significant amounts of energy from renewable resources. Hydropower is the leading source of electricity generation in the country, making up for over 70 percent of the total electricity production of Iceland. The country has a hydropower capacity of two gigawatts.

What is the cost of a power adapter in Iceland?

Here’s our recommended power adapters for people from the United States or Canada who are visiting Iceland: Ceptics 3-pack type E/F adapter. That 3 pack costs about $10.