Electricity rates in Sterling, AK
Sterling (5,617 people, Kenai Peninsula 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 Sterling
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chugach Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 23.21¢ | $114 | 98K | 300 |
| Homer Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 32.14¢ | $152 | 30K | 805 |
Power outages in Kenai Peninsula County right now
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Outage history in Kenai Peninsula County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 523 | 678 |
| Days with outages | 57 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,268 (19.1%) | 15,029 (34.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-31 | 2025-10-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (523 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Funny River 23.2¢
- Soldotna 32.1¢
- Ridgeway 32.1¢
- Kenai 23.2¢
- Kalifornsky 32.1¢
- Nikiski 32.1¢
- Cohoe 32.1¢
- Bear Creek 23.2¢
- Seward 23.2¢
- Anchorage 23.2¢
ZIP codes: 99672
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sterling?
Most homes in Sterling 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 Sterling: Homer Electric Association (32.14¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sterling?
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 Sterling, AK?
2 utilities serve Sterling's ZIP codes: Chugach Electric Association, Homer Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sterling?
In 2025, customers in Kenai Peninsula County averaged 11 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-31, when 15,029 customers (34.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.