Electricity rates in Hardinsburg, KY
Hardinsburg (2,333 people, Breckinridge County) is served by Meade County Rural E C C. Homes on Meade County Rural E C C pay about 16.05¢/kWh, 15% more than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Hardinsburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meade County Rural E C C | Electric cooperative | 16.05¢ | $166 | 30K | 446 |
Power outages in Breckinridge County right now
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Outage history in Breckinridge County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 286 | 277 |
| Days with outages | 61 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,971 (21.6%) | 3,451 (25.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-15 | 2025-03-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (286 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cloverport 16.5¢
- Irvington 16.1¢
- Hawesville 16.5¢
- Brandenburg 13.3¢
- Doe Valley 13.3¢
- Leitchfield 12.8¢
- Knottsville 16.5¢
- Vine Grove 12.8¢
- Lewisport 16.5¢
- Fort Knox 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 40143
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hardinsburg?
Most homes in Hardinsburg get power from Meade County Rural E C C, where residential customers pay an average of 16.05¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Hardinsburg?
About $166 a month, based on 1,034 kWh a month (the average for Meade County Rural E C C customers) at 16.05¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hardinsburg, KY?
Meade County Rural E C C serves Hardinsburg.
How often does the power go out in Hardinsburg?
In 2025, customers in Breckinridge County averaged 4 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-31, when 3,451 customers (25.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.