Electricity rates in Calvert City, KY
Calvert City (2,532 people, Marshall County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on West Kentucky Rural E C C pay about 14.90¢/kWh, 7% more than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Calvert City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kentucky Rural E C C | Electric cooperative | 14.90¢ | $180 | 32K | 380 |
| Jackson Purchase Energy Corporation | Electric cooperative | 18.58¢ | $226 | 24K | 395 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Marshall County right now
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Outage history in Marshall County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 525 | 486 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,357 (23.5%) | 11,045 (59.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (525 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 42029
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Calvert City?
Most homes in Calvert City get power from West Kentucky Rural E C C, where residential customers pay an average of 14.90¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Calvert City: Jackson Purchase Energy Corporation (18.58¢).
What is the average electric bill in Calvert City?
About $180 a month, based on 1,210 kWh a month (the average for West Kentucky Rural E C C customers) at 14.90¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Calvert City, KY?
3 utilities serve Calvert City's ZIP codes: West Kentucky Rural E C C, Jackson Purchase Energy Corporation, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Calvert City?
In 2025, customers in Marshall County averaged 8 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 11,045 customers (59.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.