Electricity Cost in Kentucky
The average residential electricity rate in Kentucky is 13.81¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $124 per month or $1491 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
13.81 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$124.29
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1491.48
vs national (monthly)
$-40.50
National avg: 18.31¢/kWh
How Kentucky Compares
State rate
13.81 ¢/kWh
National average
18.31 ¢/kWh
Difference
-24.6%
Category
lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Kentucky costs 25% less than the national average.
- Kentucky ranks #44 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Electricity in Kentucky is among the 10 least expensive states.
- Kentucky has a value score of 97, indicating strong affordability and freshness.
- Kentucky shows a rising electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
More Data & Comparisons
- Kentucky electricity rates — The state overview: current rate, national rank, and the last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Kentucky?
- The average residential electricity rate in Kentucky is 13.81 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $124.29.
- Is electricity in Kentucky cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Kentucky costs about $40.50 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Kentucky?
- At the average rate of 13.81¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $124.29 per month, or about $1491.48 per year.