Electricity rates in Somerset, KY
Somerset (11,439 people, Pulaski County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Kentucky Utilities Co. pay about 12.80¢/kWh, 8% less than the Kentucky average.
What things cost to run in Somerset
Popular — tap to add, then add more to compare:
Add as many devices as you like to compare them side by side. Search again to add another, or use Duplicate to compare two settings.
Electric companies serving Somerset
| 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 |
| Jackson Energy Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.52¢ | $184 | 50K | 915 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Pulaski County right now
Checking live outages…
Outage history in Pulaski County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 591 | 707 |
| Days with outages | 87 | 93 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,609 (27.5%) | 7,741 (18.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (591 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Monticello 14.6¢
- Brodhead 12.8¢
- Liberty 12.8¢
- Jamestown 12.8¢
- Whitley City 12.8¢
- Russell Springs 12.8¢
- Stearns 12.8¢
- London 12.8¢
- North Corbin 12.8¢
- Corbin 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 42501, 42502, 42503
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Somerset?
Most homes in Somerset 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 Somerset: South Kentucky Rural E C C (14.64¢), Jackson Energy Co-op Corp. (15.52¢).
What is the average electric bill in Somerset?
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 Somerset, KY?
4 utilities serve Somerset's ZIP codes: Kentucky Utilities Co., South Kentucky Rural E C C, Jackson Energy Co-op Corp., Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Somerset?
In 2025, customers in Pulaski County averaged 11 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 93 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 7,741 customers (18.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.