Electricity rates in Wyoming

The average residential electricity price in Wyoming was 14.43¢/kWh in August 2026, 20.5% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh (EIA).

Average price (Aug 2026)
14.43¢/kWh
Change vs Aug 2025
+0.7%+0.10¢/kWh
Rank (1 = most expensive)
41stof 51
vs U.S. average
−20.5%−3.73¢/kWh

Wyoming residential electricity price, last 12 months

Wyoming vs U.S. average residential electricity price, last 12 monthsWyoming: 15.0¢ in Sep 2025, 14.4¢ in Aug 2026. Low 12.8¢, high 15.2¢.12.0¢14.0¢16.0¢18.0¢20.0¢Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026
· cents per kWh
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MonthWyomingU.S. average
Aug 202614.4¢18.2¢
Jul 202614.4¢18.3¢
Jun 202615.2¢18.4¢
May 202614.8¢18.4¢
Apr 202614.7¢18.9¢
Mar 202613.6¢18.6¢
Feb 202613.0¢17.6¢
Jan 202612.8¢17.4¢
Dec 202512.8¢17.1¢
Nov 202513.9¢17.8¢
Oct 202515.1¢17.9¢
Sep 202515.0¢18.1¢

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

What common appliances cost to run in Wyoming

Worked examples at 14.43¢/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 $38.96.
  • Running a 3,500 W central air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days uses 840 kWh and costs about $121.21.
  • Running a refrigerator using 500 kWh per year uses 500 kWh and costs about $72.15 a year.

Try your own appliance in the appliance cost calculator.

Typical monthly use and bill

Wyoming residential customers used an average of 835 kWh a month in 2025 (EIA annual data). At 14.43¢/kWh, that works out to about $120.49 a month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is electricity expensive in Wyoming?

Wyoming ranked 41st most expensive of 51 (50 states and DC) in August 2026, at 14.43¢/kWh versus the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh.

How have Wyoming electricity prices changed over the past year?

The average residential price rose from 14.33¢/kWh in August 2025 to 14.43¢/kWh in August 2026, a change of +0.7%.

What is a typical electric bill in Wyoming?

Residential customers in Wyoming used an average of 835 kWh a month in 2025. At 14.43¢/kWh that is about $120.49 a month. Use the electric bill calculator for your own usage.

Why might my Wyoming 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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