Electricity rates in College, AK
College (12,964 people, Fairbanks North Star County) is served by Golden Valley Electric Association. Homes on Golden Valley Electric Association pay about 34.71¢/kWh, 29% more than the Alaska average.
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Electric companies serving College
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Valley Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 34.71¢ | $197 | 41K | 212 |
Power outages in Fairbanks North Star County right now
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Outage history in Fairbanks North Star County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 519 | 174 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 48 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,406 (19%) | 11,338 (25.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-22 | 2025-07-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (519 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fairbanks 34.7¢
- Farmers Loop 34.7¢
- Ester 34.7¢
- North Pole 34.7¢
- Eielson Air Force Base 34.7¢
- Salcha 34.7¢
- Healy 34.7¢
- Tok 41.2¢
- Willow 25.1¢
- Lazy Mountain 25.1¢
ZIP codes: 99701, 99709, 99775
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in College?
Most homes in College get power from Golden Valley Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 34.71¢/kWh including all charges. The Alaska average is 26.85¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in College?
About $197 a month, based on 567 kWh a month (the average for Golden Valley Electric Association customers) at 34.71¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in College, AK?
Golden Valley Electric Association serves College.
How often does the power go out in College?
In 2025, customers in Fairbanks North Star County averaged 2 hr 54 min without power. Outages hit 48 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-07, when 11,338 customers (25.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.