What is the average electricity rate in Covington, Kentucky?

The average residential electricity rate in Covington is approximately 12.39¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Covington?

Natural gas customers in Covington pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.29/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Covington, Kentucky?

Electricity in Covington is distributed by Duke Energy Kentucky and Owen Electric Coop Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Covington?

Covington natural gas service is provided by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E) and Columbia Gas of Kentucky. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Covington electricity rates compare to Kentucky averages?

Covington's electricity rate of 12.39¢/kWh is below the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Covington?

To start electric service in Covington, contact Duke Energy Kentucky and Owen Electric Coop Inc. For gas service, contact Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E) and Columbia Gas of Kentucky. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Covington, Kentucky Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Covington, Kentucky

Covington is served by Duke Energy Kentucky and Owen Electric Coop Inc. Utilities covering Kenton County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.39¢/kWh — below the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $113. Natural gas in Covington is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E).

Compared to the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh/kWh, Covington's electricity rate of 12.39¢/kWh is 2.59¢ below the Kentucky average. As Kentucky has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Covington

Duke Energy Kentucky
Owen Electric Coop Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Covington

Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E)
Columbia Gas of Kentucky

Covington vs Kentucky Energy Rates

Metric	Covington	Kentucky Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.39¢	14.98¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.29	$1.29	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$113	$128	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$92	$92	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Covington Residents

As a Kentucky city, Covington residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Kentucky LIHEAP
✅ Kentucky Home Energy Assistance
✅ Weatherization Assistance
✅ Duke Energy Share the Warmth

Energy-Saving Tips for Covington Residents

✓ Set your AC to 78°F when home and 85°F when away to reduce cooling costs.
✓ Use ceiling fans to feel 4°F cooler without lowering the thermostat.
✓ Plant shade trees on the west and south sides of your home to block afternoon sun.
✓ Have your HVAC system serviced every spring before the cooling season begins.
✓ Seal duct leaks — up to 30% of cooled air can escape in a leaky duct system.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Covington, Kentucky

The average residential electricity rate in Covington is approximately 12.39¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Covington pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.29/therm per therm.
Electricity in Covington is distributed by Duke Energy Kentucky and Owen Electric Coop Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Covington natural gas service is provided by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E) and Columbia Gas of Kentucky. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Covington's electricity rate of 12.39¢/kWh is below the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Covington, contact Duke Energy Kentucky and Owen Electric Coop Inc. For gas service, contact Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E) and Columbia Gas of Kentucky. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.