Electricity rates in Knik-Fairview, AK
Knik-Fairview (14,923 people, Matanuska-Susitna Borough 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 Knik-Fairview
| 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 Matanuska-Susitna Borough County right now
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Outage history in Matanuska-Susitna Borough County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 308 | 1,392 |
| Days with outages | 57 | 86 |
| Most customers out at once | 22,585 (37.8%) | 21,218 (35.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-13 | 2025-12-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (308 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wasilla 25.1¢
- Meadow Lakes 23.2¢
- Tanaina 25.1¢
- Houston 25.1¢
- Lakes 25.1¢
- Big Lake 25.1¢
- Eagle River 23.2¢
- Palmer 25.1¢
- Willow 25.1¢
- Anchorage 23.2¢
ZIP codes: 99623
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Knik-Fairview?
Most homes in Knik-Fairview 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 Knik-Fairview: Matanuska Electric Association (25.06¢).
What is the average electric bill in Knik-Fairview?
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 Knik-Fairview, AK?
2 utilities serve Knik-Fairview'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 Knik-Fairview?
In 2025, customers in Matanuska-Susitna Borough County averaged 23 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 86 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-06, when 21,218 customers (35.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.