Electricity Cost in Utah
The average residential electricity rate in Utah is 12.96¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $117 per month or $1400 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
12.96 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$116.64
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1399.68
vs national (monthly)
$-49.32
National avg: 18.44¢/kWh
How Utah Compares
State rate
12.96 ¢/kWh
National average
18.44 ¢/kWh
Difference
-29.7%
Category
much lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Utah costs 30% less than the national average.
- Utah ranks #50 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Electricity in Utah is among the 10 least expensive states.
- Utah has a value score of 98, indicating strong affordability and freshness.
- Utah shows a rising electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
More Data & Comparisons
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Utah?
- The average residential electricity rate in Utah is 12.96 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $116.64.
- Is electricity in Utah cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Utah costs about $49.32 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Utah?
- At the average rate of 12.96¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $116.64 per month, or about $1399.68 per year.