What is the average electricity rate in Louisville, Kentucky?

The average residential electricity rate in Louisville is approximately 12.23¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $110 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Louisville?

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

Which electric company serves Louisville, Kentucky?

Electricity in Louisville is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric Co and Salt River Electric Coop Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Louisville?

Louisville 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 Louisville electricity rates compare to Kentucky averages?

Louisville's electricity rate of 12.23¢/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 Louisville?

To start electric service in Louisville, contact Louisville Gas & Electric Co and Salt River Electric Coop Corp. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Louisville, Kentucky

Louisville is served by Louisville Gas & Electric Co and Salt River Electric Coop Corp. Utilities covering Jefferson County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.23¢/kWh — below the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $110. Natural gas in Louisville is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E).

Compared to the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh/kWh, Louisville's electricity rate of 12.23¢/kWh is 2.75¢ below the Kentucky average. As Kentucky has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Louisville

Louisville Gas & Electric Co
Salt River Electric Coop Corp
Shelby Energy Coop, Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Louisville

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

Louisville vs Kentucky Energy Rates

Metric	Louisville	Kentucky Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.23¢	14.98¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.29	$1.29	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$110	$128	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$92	$92	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Louisville Residents

As a Kentucky city, Louisville 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 Louisville 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 Louisville, Kentucky

The average residential electricity rate in Louisville is approximately 12.23¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $110 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Louisville pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.29/therm per therm.
Electricity in Louisville is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric Co and Salt River Electric Coop Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Louisville 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.
Louisville's electricity rate of 12.23¢/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 Louisville, contact Louisville Gas & Electric Co and Salt River Electric Coop Corp. 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.