Electricity rates in Fort Wright, KY
Fort Wright (5,781 people, Kenton County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Kentucky pay about 14.06¢/kWh, 1% more than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Fort Wright
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Kentucky | Investor-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $130 | 141K | 184 |
| Owen Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.25¢ | $152 | 65K | 135 |
Power outages in Kenton County right now
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Outage history in Kenton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 153 | 191 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,600 (7.5%) | 5,030 (6.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-28 | 2025-01-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (153 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Mitchell 14.1¢
- Park Hills 14.1¢
- Lakeside Park 14.1¢
- Crescent Springs 14.1¢
- Wilder 14.1¢
- Covington 14.1¢
- Ludlow 14.1¢
- Crestview Hills 14.1¢
- Villa Hills 14.1¢
- Edgewood 14.1¢
ZIP codes: 41011, 41014, 41017
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Wright?
Most homes in Fort Wright get power from Duke Energy Kentucky, where residential customers pay an average of 14.06¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fort Wright: Owen Electric Co-op (13.25¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Wright?
About $130 a month, based on 926 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Kentucky customers) at 14.06¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fort Wright, KY?
2 utilities serve Fort Wright's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Kentucky, Owen Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Wright?
In 2025, customers in Kenton County averaged 3 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-21, when 5,030 customers (6.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.