What is the average electricity rate in Upton, Kentucky?

The average residential electricity rate in Upton is approximately 14.53¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Upton?

Natural gas customers in Upton pay an average of $93 per month. The rate is approximately $1.30/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Upton, Kentucky?

Electricity in Upton is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E, PPL) and Kentucky Utilities (KU, PPL). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Upton?

Upton 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 Upton electricity rates compare to Kentucky averages?

Upton's electricity rate of 14.53¢/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 Upton?

To start electric service in Upton, contact Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E, PPL) and Kentucky Utilities (KU, PPL). 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Upton, Kentucky

Electricity in Upton, Kentucky (KY) is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E, PPL) at rates close to the Kentucky average of 14.98¢/kWh. Natural gas service is provided by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E). Contact your provider to set up service or inquire about bill assistance.

Compared to the Kentucky state average of 14.98¢/kWh/kWh, Upton's electricity rate of 14.53¢/kWh is 0.45¢ below the Kentucky average. As Kentucky has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Upton

Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E, PPL)
Kentucky Utilities (KU, PPL)
Duke Energy Kentucky
Big Sandy Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Upton

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

Upton vs Kentucky Energy Rates

Metric	Upton	Kentucky Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.53¢	14.98¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.30	$1.29	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$128	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$93	$92	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Upton Residents

As a Kentucky city, Upton 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 Upton 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 Upton, Kentucky

The average residential electricity rate in Upton is approximately 14.53¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Upton pay an average of $93 per month. The rate is approximately $1.30/therm per therm.
Electricity in Upton is distributed by Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E, PPL) and Kentucky Utilities (KU, PPL). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Upton 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.
Upton's electricity rate of 14.53¢/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 Upton, contact Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E, PPL) and Kentucky Utilities (KU, PPL). 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.