Average Electricity Bill by State
The average U.S. home electricity bill is roughly $140 a month, but it ranges widely by state. Hot, humid states in the South use the most power — households there average about 13,376 kWh a year (EIA RECS) — while mild-climate states use far less.
The average electricity bill is roughly $140/month nationally, but varies by state as usage (highest in the South, ~13,376 kWh/yr) meets local price (EIA).
- Approx. national bill~$140/mo
- South usage (highest region)13,376 kWh/yr
- DriversClimate & local rates
- SourceEIA RECS
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration — Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS 2020)
Why your bill = usage × price
A monthly electricity bill is simply kilowatt-hours used × the price per kWh, plus fixed charges. Two things move it by state: consumption (driven mostly by climate — air conditioning and electric heating) and price (cents per kWh, set by local utilities and markets). A high-usage Southern state at a moderate rate can bill similarly to a low-usage state with expensive power.
What drives the bill
| Factor | Detail |
|---|---|
| Usage — highest region | South, ~13,376 kWh/yr |
| Usage — lower regions | Northeast & West use less |
| Price | Varies ~10¢–35¢/kWh by state |
| Fixed charges | Added to every bill |
EIA Residential Energy Consumption Survey (regional usage) and state price data. State-level bill detail is being added programmatically.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average electricity bill?
Roughly $140 a month nationally, though state averages range from under $100 to well over $180 depending on climate and rates.
Which states have the highest electricity bills?
Hot, humid Southern states tend to have the highest bills because heavy air-conditioning use raises consumption.
Why is my bill different from a neighbor state?
Bills depend on both how much power you use (climate-driven) and the price per kWh set by local utilities, which varies widely.
How is the bill calculated?
Kilowatt-hours used multiplied by the price per kWh, plus fixed monthly service charges.
Sources & methodology
Sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration — Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS 2020).
Regional usage is from the EIA RECS; the national bill estimate combines average usage with average U.S. residential price. State-level detail is being expanded programmatically.
Last checked July 2026 · Reviewed with EIA RECS and state electricity price updates.