Electricity rates in Farmers Loop, AK
Farmers Loop (4,853 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 Farmers Loop
| 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
- College 34.7¢
- Fairbanks 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, 99707, 99710
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Farmers Loop?
Most homes in Farmers Loop 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 Farmers Loop?
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 Farmers Loop, AK?
Golden Valley Electric Association serves Farmers Loop.
How often does the power go out in Farmers Loop?
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.