Electricity rates in Augusta, KY
Augusta (1,163 people, Bracken County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Kentucky Utilities Co. pay about 12.80¢/kWh, 8% less than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Augusta
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.80¢ | $149 | 454K | 197 |
| Blue Grass Energy Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.26¢ | $165 | 62K | 426 |
| Fleming-Mason Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.70¢ | $148 | 24K | 202 |
Power outages in Bracken County right now
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Outage history in Bracken County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,905 | 535 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,545 (92.5%) | 2,800 (73%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-11-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,905 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Maysville 12.8¢
- Falmouth 12.8¢
- Claryville 14.1¢
- Alexandria 14.1¢
- Silver Grove 14.1¢
- Ryland Heights 14.1¢
- Flemingsburg 12.8¢
- Cold Spring 14.1¢
- Highland Heights 14.1¢
- Cynthiana 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 41002
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Augusta?
Most homes in Augusta get power from Kentucky Utilities Co., where residential customers pay an average of 12.80¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Augusta: Blue Grass Energy Co-op Corp. (13.26¢), Fleming-Mason Energy Co-op (13.70¢).
What is the average electric bill in Augusta?
About $149 a month, based on 1,164 kWh a month (the average for Kentucky Utilities Co. customers) at 12.80¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Augusta, KY?
3 utilities serve Augusta's ZIP codes: Kentucky Utilities Co., Blue Grass Energy Co-op Corp., Fleming-Mason Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Augusta?
In 2025, customers in Bracken County averaged 8 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-12, when 2,800 customers (73%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.