What is the average electricity rate in Port Lions, Alaska?

The average residential electricity rate in Port Lions is approximately 29.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $148 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Port Lions?

Natural gas customers in Port Lions pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.18/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Port Lions, Alaska?

Electricity in Port Lions 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 Port Lions?

Port Lions 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 Port Lions electricity rates compare to Alaska averages?

Port Lions's electricity rate of 29.36¢/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 Port Lions?

To start electric service in Port Lions, 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.

Port Lions, Alaska Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Port Lions, Alaska

In Port Lions, Alaska, Chugach Electric Association handles electricity distribution and Enstar Natural Gas manages natural gas service. Alaska residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs. As a regulated market, $util0 is the sole electricity provider for $city_name.

Compared to the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh/kWh, Port Lions's electricity rate of 29.36¢/kWh is 1.13¢ above the Alaska average. As Alaska has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Port Lions

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

Natural Gas Utility in Port Lions

Enstar Natural Gas
Fairbanks Natural Gas

Port Lions vs Alaska Energy Rates

Metric	Port Lions	Alaska Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	29.36¢	28.23¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.18	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$148	$142	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$73	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Port Lions Residents

As a Alaska city, Port Lions 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 Port Lions 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 Port Lions, Alaska

The average residential electricity rate in Port Lions is approximately 29.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $148 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Port Lions pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.18/therm per therm.
Electricity in Port Lions 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.
Port Lions 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.
Port Lions's electricity rate of 29.36¢/kWh is above the Alaska state average of 28.23¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Port Lions, 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.