Electric bill calculator
Estimate a bill for any usage using your utility's average rate and its published rate plans. Or enter a real bill to find your true price per kWh.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate my electric bill?
Multiply your kWh by your price per kWh, then add the fixed monthly customer charge and taxes. With an all-in average rate that already includes fixed charges, kWh × rate gives a close estimate. 1,000 kWh at the U.S. average of 17.99¢ is about $180.
Why is my electric bill so high?
The usual causes are heating or cooling (often more than half of a bill in peak months), an old fridge or freezer, a well or pool pump running too long, electric water heating, space heaters, a rate increase or fuel adjustment, or an estimated meter read. Enter your bill above to see your effective rate, then use the home energy audit to find where the kWh go.
What is a good price per kWh?
Compared with the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh, anything under about 13¢ is cheap and over 25¢ is expensive. What matters more is how your rate compares with your own utility's average and your state's. The analyzer above shows both.