Electricity rates in Eagle River, AK
Eagle River (24,793 people, Anchorage Municipality County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Chugach Electric Association pay about 23.21¢/kWh, 14% less than the Alaska average.
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Electric companies serving Eagle River
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chugach Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 23.21¢ | $114 | 98K | 300 |
| Matanuska Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 25.06¢ | $148 | 65K | 1,134 |
Power outages in Anchorage Municipality County right now
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Outage history in Anchorage Municipality County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 361 | 441 |
| Days with outages | 72 | 73 |
| Most customers out at once | 47,945 (43.4%) | 29,805 (27%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-13 | 2025-01-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (361 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Anchorage 23.2¢
- Knik-Fairview 23.2¢
- Wasilla 25.1¢
- Big Lake 25.1¢
- Meadow Lakes 23.2¢
- Lakes 25.1¢
- Tanaina 25.1¢
- Houston 25.1¢
- Palmer 25.1¢
- Girdwood 23.2¢
ZIP codes: 99577
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Eagle River?
Most homes in Eagle River get power from Chugach Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 23.21¢/kWh including all charges. The Alaska average is 26.85¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Eagle River: Matanuska Electric Association (25.06¢).
What is the average electric bill in Eagle River?
About $114 a month, based on 491 kWh a month (the average for Chugach Electric Association customers) at 23.21¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Eagle River, AK?
2 utilities serve Eagle River's ZIP codes: Chugach Electric Association, Matanuska Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Eagle River?
In 2025, customers in Anchorage Municipality County averaged 7 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 73 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-12, when 29,805 customers (27%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.