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Electricity rates in Alaska

The average residential electricity price in Alaska was 29.41¢/kWh in August 2026, 61.9% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh (EIA).

Average price (Aug 2026)
29.41¢/kWh
Change vs Aug 2025
+5.8%+1.62¢/kWh
Rank (1 = most expensive)
5thof 51
vs U.S. average
+61.9%+11.25¢/kWh

Alaska residential electricity price, last 12 months

Alaska vs U.S. average residential electricity price, last 12 monthsAlaska: 27.2¢ in Sep 2025, 29.4¢ in Aug 2026. Low 25.4¢, high 29.4¢.15.0¢20.0¢25.0¢30.0¢35.0¢Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026
· cents per kWh
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MonthAlaskaU.S. average
Aug 202629.4¢18.2¢
Jul 202628.8¢18.3¢
Jun 202628.2¢18.4¢
May 202628.2¢18.4¢
Apr 202627.4¢18.9¢
Mar 202627.2¢18.6¢
Feb 202625.9¢17.6¢
Jan 202625.4¢17.4¢
Dec 202525.5¢17.1¢
Nov 202525.9¢17.8¢
Oct 202526.5¢17.9¢
Sep 202527.2¢18.1¢

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (Aug 2026). Retrieved November 5, 2026. About our data

What common appliances cost to run in Alaska

Worked examples at 29.41¢/kWh, the August 2026 average:

  • Running a 1,500 W space heater 6 hours a day for 30 days uses 270 kWh and costs about $79.41.
  • Running a 3,500 W central air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days uses 840 kWh and costs about $247.04.
  • Running a refrigerator using 500 kWh per year uses 500 kWh and costs about $147.05 a year.

Try your own appliance in the appliance cost calculator.

Typical monthly use and bill

Alaska residential customers used an average of 564 kWh a month in 2025 (EIA annual data). At 29.41¢/kWh, that works out to about $165.87 a month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is electricity expensive in Alaska?

Alaska ranked 5th most expensive of 51 (50 states and DC) in August 2026, at 29.41¢/kWh versus the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh.

How have Alaska electricity prices changed over the past year?

The average residential price rose from 27.79¢/kWh in August 2025 to 29.41¢/kWh in August 2026, a change of +5.8%.

What is a typical electric bill in Alaska?

Residential customers in Alaska used an average of 564 kWh a month in 2025. At 29.41¢/kWh that is about $165.87 a month. Use the electric bill calculator for your own usage.

Why might my Alaska rate differ from this average?

The state average blends every utility, rate plan and fixed charge in the state. Utilities, co-ops and municipal providers set different tariffs, and time-of-use or tiered plans change the price of each kWh. Divide your bill total by your kWh for your own average rate.

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