What is the average electricity rate in Point Lay, Alaska?

The average residential electricity rate in Point Lay is approximately 28.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Point Lay?

Natural gas customers in Point Lay pay an average of $75 per month. The rate is approximately $1.22/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Point Lay, Alaska?

Electricity in Point Lay 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 Point Lay?

Point Lay 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 Point Lay electricity rates compare to Alaska averages?

Point Lay's electricity rate of 28.79¢/kWh is above the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Point Lay?

To start electric service in Point Lay, 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.

Point Lay, Alaska Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Point Lay, Alaska

Point Lay residents in Alaska receive electric service through Chugach Electric Association and natural gas distribution from Enstar Natural Gas. Alaska's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Point Lay households.

Compared to the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh/kWh, Point Lay's electricity rate of 28.79¢/kWh is 0.56¢ above the Alaska average. As Alaska has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Point Lay

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

Natural Gas Utility in Point Lay

Enstar Natural Gas
Fairbanks Natural Gas

Point Lay vs Alaska Energy Rates

Metric	Point Lay	Alaska Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	28.79¢	28.23¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.22	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$145	$142	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$75	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Point Lay Residents

As a Alaska city, Point Lay 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 Point Lay 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 Point Lay, Alaska

The average residential electricity rate in Point Lay is approximately 28.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Point Lay pay an average of $75 per month. The rate is approximately $1.22/therm per therm.
Electricity in Point Lay 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.
Point Lay 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.
Point Lay's electricity rate of 28.79¢/kWh is above the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Point Lay, 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.