What energy really costs — by state and city

Data-backed electricity rates, monthly bills, and solar savings for every U.S. state and hundreds of cities — plus calculators and ways to pay less.

⚡ Electricity Rates☀️ Solar Savings

National energy snapshot

Updated January 2026. Estimates from public EIA data — see our methodology.

$137
Avg. monthly electric bill
16.5¢
Avg. price per kWh
900 kWh
Avg. monthly usage
50
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⚡ Electricity rates by state

Average price per kWh and monthly bills in all 50 states and hundreds of cities.

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☀️ Solar savings by state

Estimated payback period and 25-year savings from going solar where you live.

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Cheapest and most expensive states for electricity

Average residential price, cents per kWh.

Most expensive

Hawaii41¢
California31¢
Connecticut30¢
Massachusetts30¢
Rhode Island28¢
New Hampshire25¢

Cheapest

Idaho11¢
Utah11¢
Washington11¢
Nebraska11.5¢
North Dakota11.5¢
Louisiana12¢

Frequently asked questions

What is the average electricity bill in the U.S.?

The typical U.S. household pays about $137 per month for electricity, using roughly 900 kWh at an average price of 16.5¢ per kWh. Your state and usage change this a lot.

Which states have the cheapest electricity?

Based on average residential prices, the cheapest states include Idaho, Utah, Washington. The most expensive are led by Hawaii and California.

Is solar worth it where I live?

It depends on your electricity price, sunlight, and incentives. States with high rates and lots of sun pay back fastest. Use our solar pages to estimate payback for your state.