Electricity rates in Wailua, HI
Wailua (2,254 people, Kauai County) is served by Kauai Island Utility Cooperative. Homes on Kauai Island Utility Cooperative pay about 40.70¢/kWh, 6% less than the Hawaii average.
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Electric companies serving Wailua
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kauai Island Utility Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 40.70¢ | $225 | 30K | 335 |
Power outages in Kauai County right now
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Outage history in Kauai County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 855 | 631 |
| Days with outages | 79 | 73 |
| Most customers out at once | 27,853 (80%) | 56,195 (161.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-11 | 2025-10-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (855 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Kapa‘a 40.7¢
- Wailua Homesteads 40.7¢
- Hanamā‘ulu 40.7¢
- Lihue 40.7¢
- Anahola 40.7¢
- Puhi 40.7¢
- Kīlauea 40.7¢
- ‘Ōma‘o 40.7¢
- Koloa 40.7¢
- Lawai 40.7¢
ZIP codes: 96715, 96746, 96751
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wailua?
Most homes in Wailua get power from Kauai Island Utility Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 40.70¢/kWh including all charges. The Hawaii average is 43.51¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Wailua?
About $225 a month, based on 553 kWh a month (the average for Kauai Island Utility Cooperative customers) at 40.70¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Wailua, HI?
Kauai Island Utility Cooperative serves Wailua.
How often does the power go out in Wailua?
In 2025, customers in Kauai County averaged 10 hr 31 min without power. Outages hit 73 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-14, when 56,195 customers (161.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.