⚡ Electricity bill in Lexington, KY (2027)

Estimated average: $131/month at 12.5¢/kWh — -4% vs. the U.S. average.

High-voltage power lines and pylons carrying residential electricity near Lexington, Kentucky
Residential electricity in Lexington is billed at Kentucky's rate of 12.5¢/kWh. Photo: Jim Champion (CC BY-SA 2.0)

With about 320,347 residents, Lexington is a large city and the #2 largest city in Kentucky. Households here pay Kentucky's residential rate of 12.5¢/kWh; the typical bill of $131/month reflects local usage of around 1046 kWh. Below you can estimate your own bill by home size and usage, see whether solar pays off in Lexington, and compare it with other Kentucky cities.

$131
Est. bill in Lexington
per month
12.5¢
Price per kWh
$136
Kentucky average
320,347
Population

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Lexington electricity FAQ

How much does electricity cost in Lexington, KY?

Electricity in Lexington costs about 12.5¢/kWh, so a typical home using ~1046 kWh/month spends around $131 — that's -4% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Is electricity cheap in Lexington?

At 12.5¢/kWh, electricity in Lexington is close to the U.S. average. The cheapest way to lower it further is efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and going solar.

What is the average electric bill in Lexington, KY?

About $131 per month at 12.5¢/kWh — -4% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Why is the bill different in Lexington?

Lexington shares Kentucky's electricity price (12.5¢/kWh); the bill mostly varies with home size and usage. This estimate assumes typical local usage of about 1046 kWh per month.

How can I cut my bill in Lexington?

Efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage where time-of-use applies, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and solar all help. Estimate your own usage above.

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