4 FAQs about Saudi Arabia Energy Outdoor Power Prices

What is the power market in Saudi Arabia?

The Power Market includes generating electricity using various methods, among which the most widely used are thermal and renewable energy sources. The Saudi Arabian power market is segmented by power generation and power transmission and distribution (T&D). By power generation, the market is segmented into thermal and renewables.

What is the electricity price in Saudi Arabia?

The residential electricity price in Saudi Arabia is SAR 0.200 per kWh or USD 0.053. The electricity price for businesses is SAR 0.257 kWh or USD 0.069. These retail prices were collected in June 2025 and include the cost of power, distribution and transmission, and all taxes and fees. Compare Saudi Arabia with 150 other countries.

What is Saudi Arabia's energy policy?

Saudi Arabia implements policies in 4/9 power policy categories tracked by Climatescope, including Renewable energy target, Renewable energy auction, Net metering, and Import tax incentives. The average electricity price in Saudi Arabia has increased from 59.51 USD/MWh in 2022 to 59.56 USD/MWh in 2023.

Who are the major players in Saudi Electricity Market?

Some of the major players operating in this market (in no particular order) include ACWA Power Co., Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) SJSC, MARAFIQ Power and Water Utility Company for Jubail and Yanbu (MARAFIQ), Arabian Electrical Transmission Line Construction Company (AETCON), and Nour Energy (ASTRA Group), among others.

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