What is the average electricity rate in Hooper Bay, Alaska?

The average residential electricity rate in Hooper Bay is approximately 27.10¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $136 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Hooper Bay?

Natural gas customers in Hooper Bay pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.16/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Hooper Bay, Alaska?

Electricity in Hooper Bay is distributed by Chugach Electric Association and Golden Valley Electric (GVEA). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Hooper Bay?

Hooper Bay natural gas service is provided by Enstar Natural Gas and Fairbanks Natural Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Hooper Bay electricity rates compare to Alaska averages?

Hooper Bay's electricity rate of 27.10¢/kWh is below the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Hooper Bay?

To start electric service in Hooper Bay, contact Chugach Electric Association and Golden Valley Electric (GVEA). For gas service, contact Enstar Natural Gas and Fairbanks Natural Gas. 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.

Hooper Bay, Alaska Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Hooper Bay, Alaska

Hooper Bay is a community in Alaska served by Chugach Electric Association for electric and Enstar Natural Gas for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Alaska's statewide energy market and the region's subarctic to arctic, extremely cold winters climate.

Compared to the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh/kWh, Hooper Bay's electricity rate of 27.10¢/kWh is 1.13¢ below the Alaska average. As Alaska has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Hooper Bay

Chugach Electric Association
Golden Valley Electric (GVEA)
Matanuska Electric Association (MEA)

Natural Gas Utility in Hooper Bay

Enstar Natural Gas
Fairbanks Natural Gas

Hooper Bay vs Alaska Energy Rates

Metric	Hooper Bay	Alaska Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	27.10¢	28.23¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.16	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$136	$142	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Hooper Bay Residents

As a Alaska city, Hooper Bay residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Alaska LIHEAP
✅ Power Cost Equalization (PCE) Program
✅ Weatherization Assistance
✅ Alaska Energy Authority Programs

Energy-Saving Tips for Hooper Bay Residents

✓ Ensure attic insulation is at least R-49 — Michigan and Wisconsin winters demand maximum insulation.
✓ Install a high-efficiency furnace (95%+ AFUE) if your system is over 15 years old.
✓ Insulate your basement ceiling and rim joists — a major source of heat loss.
✓ Apply weatherstripping and caulk around all windows and doors before winter.
✓ Use a programmable thermostat to automatically lower heat overnight.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Hooper Bay, Alaska

The average residential electricity rate in Hooper Bay is approximately 27.10¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $136 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Hooper Bay pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.16/therm per therm.
Electricity in Hooper Bay is distributed by Chugach Electric Association and Golden Valley Electric (GVEA). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Hooper Bay natural gas service is provided by Enstar Natural Gas and Fairbanks Natural Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Hooper Bay's electricity rate of 27.10¢/kWh is below the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Hooper Bay, contact Chugach Electric Association and Golden Valley Electric (GVEA). For gas service, contact Enstar Natural Gas and Fairbanks Natural Gas. 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.