How much is the electricity price of Dublin Energy Storage Power Station

In August 2025, the average price of electricity in Ireland per unit is 34.63c per kWh. This is based on a standard, 24hr urban rate comparing all providers with VAT included. Community Power has the cheapest unit rate per kWh at 28.80c including VAT. The average estimated electricity bill in Ireland is €1,817.12 including VAT and other charges.

Community Power has the cheapest unit rate per kWh at 28.80c including VAT. Flogas have the cheapest estimated annual bill at €1,248.86. The average electricity bill in Ireland is €1,817.12 for a 24hr urban standard meter. Electricity Prices, Ireland: How Much is a Unit of Electricity?

Ireland still has some of the most expensive electricity in the EU, but with the wholesale price of gas expected to fall this year, further price decreases may be on the horizon. When comparing unit prices, pay attention to: Any unit rate discounts or cashback offers for new customers.

Electricity prices in Ireland have skyrocketed in recent years, with the cost of electricity now almost 3 times more than in 2012. Around 34% of our electricity comes from natural gas – which can be vulnerable to global market fluctuations. This leaves Ireland more exposed to price swings in the energy sector than some other European countries.

Because of substantial Government subsidies for energy bills over the past two years, 58% of households paid under €1,000 for electricity in 2023 (despite prices remaining high). The average home in Ireland uses 4,200 kWh of electricity per year. Total electricity bills in Ireland amounted to €2.56 billion in 2023.

Ireland has committed to developing metrics of energy cost competitiveness as outlined in the Government's White Paper on Ireland's Transition to a Low Carbon Energy Future 2015-2030. We have developed average electricity and natural gas prices for business and households. These are based on the EU Electricity and Gas Price Regulation statistics.