Average Electric Bill in Lexington, KY
What a typical household in Lexington pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Lexington pays about $129.98/month for electricity at roughly 11.85¢/kWh. Basis: Kentucky Utilities Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Kentucky over 12 months — the rate environment Lexington households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Kentucky Utilities Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Kentucky Utilities Co · 450,673 residential customers |
| State context | Kentucky: $160.20/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 323,000 (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 Lexington?
Expect roughly $129.98 per month for a typical household in Lexington — based on Kentucky Utilities Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Lexington?
About 11.85¢ per kWh (Kentucky Utilities Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Lexington pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Lexington higher or lower than the Kentucky average?
Kentucky Utilities Co averages $129.98 — below the state average of $160.20.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Kentucky Utilities Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Kentucky) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.