Electricity rates in Frankfort, KY
Frankfort (28,391 people, Franklin County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on City of Frankfort pay about 11.68¢/kWh, 16% less than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Frankfort
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Frankfort | Municipal utility | 11.68¢ | $122 | 17K | 85 |
| Kentucky Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.80¢ | $149 | 454K | 197 |
| Owen Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.25¢ | $152 | 65K | 135 |
| Blue Grass Energy Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.26¢ | $165 | 62K | 426 |
| Shelby Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.67¢ | $187 | 17K | 245 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 321 | 287 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 62 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,186 (12.3%) | 3,193 (12.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-11-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (321 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Midway 12.8¢
- Lawrenceburg 12.8¢
- Versailles 12.8¢
- Georgetown 12.8¢
- Shelbyville 12.8¢
- Eminence 12.8¢
- Owenton 12.8¢
- Mount Vernon 12.8¢
- Lexington-Fayette 12.8¢
- Jackson 16.6¢
ZIP codes: 40601, 40602, 40603, 40604, 40618, 40619, 40620, 40621, 40622
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Frankfort?
Most homes in Frankfort get power from City of Frankfort, where residential customers pay an average of 11.68¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Frankfort: Kentucky Utilities Co. (12.80¢), Owen Electric Co-op (13.25¢), Blue Grass Energy Co-op Corp. (13.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Frankfort?
About $122 a month, based on 1,046 kWh a month (the average for City of Frankfort customers) at 11.68¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Frankfort, KY?
5 utilities serve Frankfort's ZIP codes: City of Frankfort, Kentucky Utilities Co., Owen Electric Co-op, Blue Grass Energy Co-op Corp., Shelby Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Frankfort?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 4 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 62 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-12, when 3,193 customers (12.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.