Electricity rates in Kailua-Kona, HI
Kailua-Kona (11,975 people, Hawaii County) is served by Hawaii Electric Light Co.. Homes on Hawaii Electric Light Co. pay about 47.10¢/kWh, 8% more than the Hawaii average.
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Electric companies serving Kailua-Kona
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Electric Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 47.10¢ | $212 | 79K | 379 |
Power outages in Hawaii County right now
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Outage history in Hawaii County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 849 | 404 |
| Days with outages | 135 | 103 |
| Most customers out at once | 24,469 (27.9%) | 36,430 (41.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-26 | 2025-01-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (849 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hōlualoa 47.1¢
- Kahaluu-Keauhou 47.1¢
- Kalaoa 47.1¢
- Honalo 47.1¢
- Kealakekua 47.1¢
- Captain Cook 47.1¢
- Honaunau-Napoopoo 47.1¢
- Waikoloa 47.1¢
- Waimea 40.7¢
- Hawaiian Ocean View 47.1¢
ZIP codes: 96725, 96739, 96740
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kailua-Kona?
Most homes in Kailua-Kona get power from Hawaii Electric Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 47.10¢/kWh including all charges. The Hawaii average is 43.51¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Kailua-Kona?
About $212 a month, based on 450 kWh a month (the average for Hawaii Electric Light Co. customers) at 47.10¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Kailua-Kona, HI?
Hawaii Electric Light Co. serves Kailua-Kona.
How often does the power go out in Kailua-Kona?
In 2025, customers in Hawaii County averaged 6 hr 44 min without power. Outages hit 103 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-31, when 36,430 customers (41.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.