⚡ Updated October 2026

Compare Gas & Electricity Rates
Across Every US State & City

Find current average utility rates, top energy providers, and money-saving programs for your location. Data sourced from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

50
States Covered
577+
Cities Covered
16¢
US Avg Rate/kWh
$1.47
US Avg Gas/Therm

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How to Use This Guide

Browse gas and electricity information for any US state or city. Each page includes average rates, utility providers, energy assistance programs, and money-saving tips.

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Each state page lists major cities with city-specific rates, utility providers, and local energy programs.

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Select your state to see current utility rates, providers, and energy programs in your area.

Massachusetts MA
⚡ 28.82¢/kWh   🔥 $2.13/therm
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New York NY
⚡ 29.93¢/kWh   🔥 $1.60/therm
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California CA
⚡ 33.25¢/kWh   🔥 $1.84/therm
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Texas TX
⚡ 16.44¢/kWh   🔥 $1.76/therm
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Florida FL
⚡ 15.17¢/kWh   🔥 $2.47/therm
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Illinois IL
⚡ 23.85¢/kWh   🔥 $1.06/therm
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Pennsylvania PA
⚡ 21.55¢/kWh   🔥 $1.31/therm
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Ohio OH
⚡ 19.52¢/kWh   🔥 $1.29/therm
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Michigan MI
⚡ 22.01¢/kWh   🔥 $1.02/therm
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Georgia GA
⚡ 15.84¢/kWh   🔥 $1.77/therm
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Washington WA
⚡ 14.95¢/kWh   🔥 $1.17/therm
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Colorado CO
⚡ 16.16¢/kWh   🔥 $1.01/therm
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Arizona AZ
⚡ 15.23¢/kWh   🔥 $1.99/therm
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New Jersey NJ
⚡ 23.27¢/kWh   🔥 $1.27/therm
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Virginia VA
⚡ 17.61¢/kWh   🔥 $1.46/therm
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Alabama AL
⚡ 16.77¢/kWh   🔥 $1.81/therm
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Alaska AK
⚡ 28.23¢/kWh   🔥 $1.17/therm
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Arkansas AR
⚡ 14.36¢/kWh   🔥 $1.58/therm
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Connecticut CT
⚡ 27.37¢/kWh   🔥 $1.64/therm
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Delaware DE
⚡ 19.38¢/kWh   🔥 $1.43/therm
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Hawaii HI
⚡ 52.00¢/kWh   🔥 $5.33/therm
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Idaho ID
⚡ 12.35¢/kWh   🔥 $0.83/therm
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Indiana IN
⚡ 18.15¢/kWh   🔥 $0.90/therm
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Iowa IA
⚡ 14.14¢/kWh   🔥 $0.97/therm
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Kansas KS
⚡ 15.13¢/kWh   🔥 $1.27/therm
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Kentucky KY
⚡ 14.98¢/kWh   🔥 $1.29/therm
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Louisiana LA
⚡ 14.15¢/kWh   🔥 $1.60/therm
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Maine ME
⚡ 28.63¢/kWh   🔥 $1.82/therm
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Maryland MD
⚡ 21.77¢/kWh   🔥 $1.56/therm
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Minnesota MN
⚡ 16.95¢/kWh   🔥 $1.00/therm
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Mississippi MS
⚡ 16.16¢/kWh   🔥 $1.50/therm
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Missouri MO
⚡ 13.68¢/kWh   🔥 $1.65/therm
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Montana MT
⚡ 14.67¢/kWh   🔥 $0.78/therm
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Nebraska NE
⚡ 13.59¢/kWh   🔥 $1.01/therm
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Nevada NV
⚡ 13.60¢/kWh   🔥 $1.79/therm
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New Hampshire NH
⚡ 27.33¢/kWh   🔥 $1.81/therm
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New Mexico NM
⚡ 14.12¢/kWh   🔥 $0.88/therm
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North Carolina NC
⚡ 15.09¢/kWh   🔥 $1.58/therm
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North Dakota ND
⚡ 13.61¢/kWh   🔥 $0.84/therm
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Oklahoma OK
⚡ 13.38¢/kWh   🔥 $1.35/therm
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Oregon OR
⚡ 16.27¢/kWh   🔥 $1.46/therm
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Rhode Island RI
⚡ 29.46¢/kWh   🔥 $2.11/therm
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South Carolina SC
⚡ 16.18¢/kWh   🔥 $1.64/therm
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South Dakota SD
⚡ 15.73¢/kWh   🔥 $0.86/therm
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Tennessee TN
⚡ 14.47¢/kWh   🔥 $1.03/therm
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Utah UT
⚡ 12.96¢/kWh   🔥 $1.26/therm
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Vermont VT
⚡ 24.89¢/kWh   🔥 $1.66/therm
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West Virginia WV
⚡ 16.80¢/kWh   🔥 $1.42/therm
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Wisconsin WI
⚡ 19.74¢/kWh   🔥 $0.97/therm
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Wyoming WY
⚡ 14.80¢/kWh   🔥 $1.17/therm
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Top Energy-Saving Tips for US Households

These proven strategies can cut the average American's energy bill by 10-30% annually.

⚡ Electricity Tips

  • ✓ Switch to LED lighting — save up to $75/year per home
  • ✓ Use a smart thermostat and save 10-15% on HVAC costs
  • ✓ Unplug devices on standby — they use 5-10% of your bill
  • ✓ Run appliances during off-peak hours (nights/weekends)
  • ✓ In deregulated states: shop for a competitive electricity supplier

🔥 Natural Gas Tips

  • ✓ Have your furnace serviced annually — a tuned furnace is 10-15% more efficient
  • ✓ Set your water heater to 120°F — most people set it too high
  • ✓ Seal air leaks around windows, doors, and the attic hatch
  • ✓ Add attic insulation to R-38 or higher for cold climates
  • ✓ Use budget billing to spread gas costs evenly year-round

About Our Rate Data

Our electricity and natural gas rate data is sourced from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), which publishes comprehensive, monthly utility rate surveys for all 50 states. We also incorporate data from state public utility commission filings.

Rates shown are residential averages and represent typical conditions for a household consuming 1,000 kWh of electricity or 50 therms of natural gas per month. Actual rates vary based on usage tier, time of year, utility zone, and applicable taxes and fees.

Rate data is reviewed and updated quarterly. For the most current rates, always contact your specific utility or check your latest bill.

📊 Data Sources

  • ✓ US Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • ✓ State Public Utility Commission filings
  • ✓ Direct utility tariff publications
  • ✓ Department of Energy (DOE) reports