Electricity Tariff Calculator
Compare your electricity bill across all 5 NERC tariff bands. See how your cost changes from Band A (premium) to Band E (minimal supply).
Monthly Electricity Consumption
kWh
Cost by NERC Band
| Band | Rate (₦/kWh) | Monthly Cost | Supply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | ₦225.00 | ₦33,750 | Premium supply, mostly Abuja/Lagos axes |
| Band B | ₦63.35 | ₦9,503 | Improved areas |
| Band C | ₦49.99 | ₦7,499 | Average urban supply |
| Band D | ₦44.00 | ₦6,600 | Below average supply |
| Band E | ₦4.00 | ₦600 | Minimal/no supply areas |
Extended
Band Comparison & Monthly Projection
Compare all NERC bands visually and project monthly costs from daily usage
Visual comparison of all 5 NERC tariff bands at your current usage (150 kWh/month)
Band A — ₦225.00/kWh₦33,750/mo
Premium supply, mostly Abuja/Lagos axes
Band B — ₦63.35/kWh₦9,503/mo
Improved areas
Band C — ₦49.99/kWh₦7,499/mo
Average urban supply
Band D — ₦44.00/kWh₦6,600/mo
Below average supply
Band E — ₦4.00/kWh₦600/mo
Minimal/no supply areas
Professional
Annual Analysis, Tariff Scenarios & Generator Overlay
Model tariff increases, blend generator costs, and find your optimal band
Project electricity costs over 3 years with annual tariff increase
3-Year Cost Projection
| Year | Rate (₦/kWh) | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Year 0 | ₦49.99 | ₦89,982 |
| Year 1 | ₦57.49 | ₦103,479 |
| Year 2 | ₦66.11 | ₦119,001 |
| Year 3 | ₦76.03 | ₦136,851 |
Band Ranking for Your Usage (150 kWh/month)
#1 Band E (Minimal/no supply areas)
₦600/mo
#2 Band D (Below average supply)
₦6,600/mo
#3 Band C (Average urban supply)
₦7,499/mo
#4 Band B (Improved areas)
₦9,503/mo
#5 Band A (Premium supply)
₦33,750/mo
How to Use This Calculator
Enter your estimated monthly electricity consumption in kWh. The calculator shows what your bill would be under each of the 5 NERC bands (A through E), helping you understand how electricity costs compare across Nigeria's service tiers.
NERC tariff rates are updated periodically. These rates reflect the 2024 service-reflective tariff (SRT) order. Check your electricity bill or NERC's website for the most current rates.
NERC Bands Explained
Band A20+ hrs/day — premium ₦225/kWh — Ikoyi, VI, Maitama
Band B16–20 hrs/day — ₦63.35/kWh — improved areas
Band C12–16 hrs/day — ₦49.99/kWh — average urban
Band D8–12 hrs/day — ₦44/kWh — below average
Band E<8 hrs/day — ₦4/kWh — minimal supply
FAQ
Your band is determined by your DISCO (Distribution Company) based on actual supply hours to your metering area. Check your electricity bill — the band should be printed on it. If you believe you are being billed at a higher band than you receive, you can file a complaint with your DISCO customer service or NERC's consumer protection unit at nerc.gov.ng. Band A customers in Lagos are primarily in GRA areas served by EKEDC.
Average Nigerian household electricity consumption (when available): small apartment 50–100 kWh/month; medium home with AC 150–300 kWh/month; large home with multiple ACs 400–800 kWh/month. These are low compared to global averages because Nigerians supplement with generators. If you had 24/7 PHCN supply, actual consumption would likely be much higher as people would use more electrical appliances.
The Band A rate of ₦225/kWh is significantly higher than other bands but reflects the premium cost of providing 20+ hours of reliable power. Compared to the full-cost-of-diesel-generation equivalent (a 2.5kVA generator producing ~2kW costs ₦900/hr ÷ 2kW = ₦450/kWh), Band A grid electricity is still much cheaper than self-generation. The NERC framework aims to make electricity commercially viable to attract distribution investment.