Electricity rates in Jamestown, KY
Jamestown (1,804 people, Russell County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Kentucky Utilities Co. pay about 12.80¢/kWh, 8% less than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Jamestown
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.80¢ | $149 | 454K | 197 |
| South Kentucky Rural E C C | Electric cooperative | 14.64¢ | $155 | 65K | 1,368 |
| Taylor County Rural E C C | Electric cooperative | 14.07¢ | $151 | 25K | 456 |
| Tri-County Electric Member Corp (TN) | Electric cooperative | 13.81¢ | $165 | 21K | 528 |
Power outages in Russell County right now
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Outage history in Russell County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 432 | 575 |
| Days with outages | 71 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,170 (18.7%) | 4,937 (42.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-01 | 2025-05-17 |
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
- Russell Springs 12.8¢
- Columbia 12.8¢
- Monticello 14.6¢
- Albany 14.6¢
- Burkesville 14.6¢
- Liberty 12.8¢
- Somerset 12.8¢
- Campbellsville 12.8¢
- Edmonton 13.7¢
- Greensburg 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 42629
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jamestown?
Most homes in Jamestown get power from Kentucky Utilities Co., where residential customers pay an average of 12.80¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Jamestown: South Kentucky Rural E C C (14.64¢), Taylor County Rural E C C (14.07¢), Tri-County Electric Member Corp (TN) (13.81¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jamestown?
About $149 a month, based on 1,164 kWh a month (the average for Kentucky Utilities Co. customers) at 12.80¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Jamestown, KY?
4 utilities serve Jamestown's ZIP codes: Kentucky Utilities Co., South Kentucky Rural E C C, Taylor County Rural E C C, Tri-County Electric Member Corp (TN). Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jamestown?
In 2025, customers in Russell County averaged 9 hr 35 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 4,937 customers (42.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.