What is the average electricity rate in Owensboro, Kentucky?

The average residential electricity rate in Owensboro is approximately 12.25¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $126 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Owensboro?

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

Which electric company serves Owensboro, Kentucky?

Electricity in Owensboro is distributed by Kentucky Utilities Co and Kenergy Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Owensboro?

Owensboro 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 Owensboro electricity rates compare to Kentucky averages?

Owensboro's electricity rate of 12.25¢/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 Owensboro?

To start electric service in Owensboro, contact Kentucky Utilities Co and Kenergy 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Owensboro, Kentucky

Owensboro is served by Kentucky Utilities Co and Kenergy Corp. Utilities covering Daviess County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.25¢/kWh — below the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $126. Natural gas in Owensboro is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E).

Compared to the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh/kWh, Owensboro's electricity rate of 12.25¢/kWh is 2.73¢ below the Kentucky average. As Kentucky has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Owensboro

Kentucky Utilities Co
Kenergy Corp
City of Owensboro

Natural Gas Utility in Owensboro

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

Owensboro vs Kentucky Energy Rates

Metric	Owensboro	Kentucky Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.25¢	14.98¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.29	$1.29	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$126	$128	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$92	$92	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Owensboro Residents

As a Kentucky city, Owensboro 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 Owensboro 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 Owensboro, Kentucky

The average residential electricity rate in Owensboro is approximately 12.25¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $126 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Owensboro pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.29/therm per therm.
Electricity in Owensboro is distributed by Kentucky Utilities Co and Kenergy Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Owensboro 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.
Owensboro's electricity rate of 12.25¢/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 Owensboro, contact Kentucky Utilities Co and Kenergy 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.