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Electricity rates in Kentucky

The average residential electricity price in Kentucky was 13.80¢/kWh in August 2026, 24.0% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh (EIA).

Average price (Aug 2026)
13.80¢/kWh
Change vs Aug 2025
+5.3%+0.70¢/kWh
Rank (1 = most expensive)
44thof 51
vs U.S. average
−24.0%−4.36¢/kWh

Kentucky residential electricity price, last 12 months

Kentucky vs U.S. average residential electricity price, last 12 monthsKentucky: 13.4¢ in Sep 2025, 13.8¢ in Aug 2026. Low 13.1¢, high 15.0¢.12.0¢14.0¢16.0¢18.0¢20.0¢Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026
· cents per kWh
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MonthKentuckyU.S. average
Aug 202613.8¢18.2¢
Jul 202613.8¢18.3¢
Jun 202614.3¢18.4¢
May 202615.0¢18.4¢
Apr 202615.0¢18.9¢
Mar 202614.9¢18.6¢
Feb 202613.4¢17.6¢
Jan 202614.3¢17.4¢
Dec 202513.1¢17.1¢
Nov 202513.6¢17.8¢
Oct 202513.5¢17.9¢
Sep 202513.4¢18.1¢

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

What common appliances cost to run in Kentucky

Worked examples at 13.80¢/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 $37.26.
  • Running a 3,500 W central air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days uses 840 kWh and costs about $115.92.
  • Running a refrigerator using 500 kWh per year uses 500 kWh and costs about $69.00 a year.

Try your own appliance in the appliance cost calculator.

Typical monthly use and bill

Kentucky residential customers used an average of 1,094 kWh a month in 2025 (EIA annual data). At 13.80¢/kWh, that works out to about $150.97 a month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is electricity expensive in Kentucky?

Kentucky ranked 44th most expensive of 51 (50 states and DC) in August 2026, at 13.80¢/kWh versus the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh.

How have Kentucky electricity prices changed over the past year?

The average residential price rose from 13.10¢/kWh in August 2025 to 13.80¢/kWh in August 2026, a change of +5.3%.

What is a typical electric bill in Kentucky?

Residential customers in Kentucky used an average of 1,094 kWh a month in 2025. At 13.80¢/kWh that is about $150.97 a month. Use the electric bill calculator for your own usage.

Why might my Kentucky 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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