Electricity rates in Union, KY
Union (5,795 people, Boone County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Kentucky pay about 14.06¢/kWh, 1% more than the Kentucky average.
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Electric companies serving Union
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Kentucky | Investor-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $130 | 141K | 184 |
| Owen Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.25¢ | $152 | 65K | 135 |
Power outages in Boone County right now
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Outage history in Boone County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 138 | 100 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,569 (11.5%) | 2,393 (3.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (138 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Oakbrook 14.1¢
- Florence 14.1¢
- Burlington 14.1¢
- Elsmere 14.1¢
- Walton 14.1¢
- Erlanger 14.1¢
- Edgewood 14.1¢
- Independence 14.1¢
- Crestview Hills 14.1¢
- Hebron 14.1¢
ZIP codes: 41091
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Union?
Most homes in Union get power from Duke Energy Kentucky, where residential customers pay an average of 14.06¢/kWh including all charges. The Kentucky average is 13.92¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Union: Owen Electric Co-op (13.25¢).
What is the average electric bill in Union?
About $130 a month, based on 926 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Kentucky customers) at 14.06¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Union, KY?
2 utilities serve Union's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Kentucky, Owen Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Union?
In 2025, customers in Boone County averaged 100 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 2,393 customers (3.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.