Electricity rates in Owensboro, KY
Owensboro (59,042 people, Daviess County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on City of Owensboro pay about 14.09¢/kWh, 1% more than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Owensboro
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Owensboro | Municipal utility | 14.09¢ | $113 | 23K | 87 |
| Kenergy Corp. | Electric cooperative | 16.47¢ | $202 | 48K | 691 |
| Kentucky Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.80¢ | $149 | 454K | 197 |
Power outages in Daviess County right now
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Outage history in Daviess County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 184 | 183 |
| Days with outages | 66 | 67 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,558 (18.1%) | 6,334 (12%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-17 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (184 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Masonville 16.5¢
- Knottsville 16.5¢
- Lewisport 16.5¢
- Livermore 12.8¢
- Hawesville 16.5¢
- Hartford 12.8¢
- Sebree 12.8¢
- Henderson 11.5¢
- Cloverport 16.5¢
- Beaver Dam 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 42301, 42302, 42303, 42304
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Owensboro?
Most homes in Owensboro get power from City of Owensboro, where residential customers pay an average of 14.09¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Owensboro: Kenergy Corp. (16.47¢), Kentucky Utilities Co. (12.80¢).
What is the average electric bill in Owensboro?
About $113 a month, based on 800 kWh a month (the average for City of Owensboro customers) at 14.09¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Owensboro, KY?
3 utilities serve Owensboro's ZIP codes: City of Owensboro, Kenergy Corp., Kentucky Utilities Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Owensboro?
In 2025, customers in Daviess County averaged 3 hr 3 min without power. Outages hit 67 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 6,334 customers (12%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.