Electricity rates in Brandenburg, KY
Brandenburg (2,852 people, Meade County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Louisville Gas & Electric Co. pay about 13.26¢/kWh, 5% less than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Brandenburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.26¢ | $124 | 388K | 228 |
| Meade County Rural E C C | Electric cooperative | 16.05¢ | $166 | 30K | 446 |
Power outages in Meade County right now
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Outage history in Meade County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 432 | 445 |
| Days with outages | 24 | 42 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,072 (22.5%) | 3,260 (18%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-03-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (432 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Doe Valley 13.3¢
- Irvington 16.1¢
- Fort Knox 12.8¢
- Radcliff 13.4¢
- Vine Grove 12.8¢
- Valley Station 13.3¢
- Hardinsburg 16.1¢
- Saint Dennis 13.3¢
- Shively 13.3¢
- Fairdale 13.3¢
ZIP codes: 40108
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Brandenburg?
Most homes in Brandenburg get power from Louisville Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.26¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Brandenburg: Meade County Rural E C C (16.05¢).
What is the average electric bill in Brandenburg?
About $124 a month, based on 937 kWh a month (the average for Louisville Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 13.26¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Brandenburg, KY?
2 utilities serve Brandenburg's ZIP codes: Louisville Gas & Electric Co., Meade County Rural E C C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Brandenburg?
In 2025, customers in Meade County averaged 7 hr 25 min without power. Outages hit 42 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-31, when 3,260 customers (18%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.