Electricity Cost in Alaska
The average residential electricity rate in Alaska is 28.83¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $259 per month or $3114 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
28.83 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$259.47
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$3113.64
vs national (monthly)
+$94.68
National avg: 18.31¢/kWh
How Alaska Compares
State rate
28.83 ¢/kWh
National average
18.31 ¢/kWh
Difference
+57.5%
Category
much higher than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Alaska costs 57% more than the national average.
- Alaska ranks #6 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Electricity in Alaska is among the top 10 most expensive in the U.S.
- Alaska shows a rising electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
More Data & Comparisons
- Alaska electricity rates — The state overview: current rate, national rank, and the last 12 months
- See electricity cost-of-living analysis in Alaska
- Moving to Alaska? See estimated electricity costs.
- See electricity price history in Alaska
- Need usage-based estimates? Try the electricity cost calculator for Alaska.
- Interested in backup power? See battery recharge cost in Alaska.
- Compare battery recharge cost with generator operating cost in Alaska.
- Average electricity bill in Alaska — Estimated monthly and annual bills
- Full Alaska knowledge page — Rates, value score, affordability, trends
- West region — Compare with neighboring states
- Rate rankings (high to low)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Alaska?
- The average residential electricity rate in Alaska is 28.83 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $259.47.
- Is electricity in Alaska cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Alaska costs about $94.68 more per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Alaska?
- At the average rate of 28.83¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $259.47 per month, or about $3113.64 per year.