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How much does electricity cost per kWh in my state?

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Average residential electricity price, January–July 2026 (EIA)
Cheapest statesPriceMost expensive statesPrice
North Dakota12.4 centsHawaii46.3 cents
Nebraska12.9 centsCalifornia33.3 cents
Idaho13.0 centsMassachusetts30.1 cents
Utah13.2 centsMaine30.0 cents
Louisiana13.4 centsNew York29.4 cents

EIA's figure is the average revenue per kWh across all residential customers, so it includes fixed charges spread over usage. Every state's figure is on its state page.

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