Average Electric Bill in Gainesville, FL
What a typical household in Gainesville pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Gainesville pays about $115.91/month for electricity at roughly 14.87¢/kWh. Basis: Gainesville Regional Utilities, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Florida over 12 months — the rate environment Gainesville households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Gainesville Regional Utilities, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Gainesville Regional Utilities · 92,968 residential customers |
| State context | Florida: $195.15/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 142,276 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Gainesville?
Expect roughly $115.91 per month for a typical household in Gainesville — based on Gainesville Regional Utilities annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Gainesville?
About 14.87¢ per kWh (Gainesville Regional Utilities, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Gainesville pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Gainesville higher or lower than the Florida average?
Gainesville Regional Utilities averages $115.91 — below the state average of $195.15.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Gainesville Regional Utilities) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Florida) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.