Electricity rates in Providence, KY
Providence (3,492 people, Webster County) is served by 3 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 Providence
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.80¢ | $149 | 454K | 197 |
| Kenergy Corp. | Electric cooperative | 16.47¢ | $202 | 48K | 691 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Webster County right now
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Outage history in Webster County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 255 | 342 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 39 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,077 (20.4%) | 1,585 (30.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-13 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (255 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Carrollton 12.8¢
- Eminence 12.8¢
- La Grange 13.3¢
- Buckner 13.3¢
- Owenton 12.8¢
- Crestwood 12.8¢
- Warsaw 12.8¢
- Pewee Valley 13.3¢
- Orchard Grass Hills 13.3¢
- Coldstream 13.3¢
ZIP codes: 42450
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Providence?
Most homes in Providence 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 Providence: Kenergy Corp. (16.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Providence?
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 Providence, KY?
3 utilities serve Providence's ZIP codes: Kentucky Utilities Co., Kenergy Corp., Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Providence?
In 2025, customers in Webster County averaged 5 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 39 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 1,585 customers (30.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.