Maui Electric Co Ltd electricity rates
Investor-owned utility · Hawaii · HI region
Maui Electric Co Ltd is a for-profit, investor-owned utility regulated by the state utility commission, serving 61,877 homes in Hawaii. Its residential customers pay an average of 45.15¢/kWh including fixed and delivery charges, 151% more than the U.S. average.
Rate basis: EIA-861M monthly utility data, 12 months ending 2026-07.
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Maui Electric Co Ltd bill estimates
| Monthly use | At average all-in rate | Base tariff charges* |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $225.75 | $145.29 |
| 1,000 kWh | $451.50 | $288.21 |
| 1,500 kWh | $677.25 | $433.06 |
| 2,000 kWh | $903.00 | $579.18 |
*Maui-SCHEDULE R RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-Single Phase (effective 2017-05-01, $10.27/month customer charge), energy and fixed charges from the OpenEI Utility Rate Database. Riders, fuel adjustments and taxes are often billed separately, so real bills usually land closer to the all-in column. Calculate your bill.
Maui Electric Co Ltd residential rate plans
| Plan | Effective | Customer charge | Energy charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maui-SCHEDULE R RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-Single Phase | 2017-05-01 | $10.27 | 26.32¢ first 350 kWh, 28.59¢ first 1,200 kWh, 29.23¢ after |
| Lanai-SCHEDULE TOU-R RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE - Three Phasetime-of-use | 2017-05-01 | $14.27 | 38.4¢ (12am–7am, 9pm–12am) · 45.9¢ (7am–5pm) · 48.4¢ (5pm–9pm) — summer weekdays |
| Maui-SCHEDULE TOU-R RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE - Three Phasetime-of-use | 2017-05-01 | $14.27 | 29.3¢ (12am–7am, 9pm–12am) · 36.8¢ (7am–5pm) · 39.3¢ (5pm–9pm) — summer weekdays |
| Lanai-SCHEDULE TOU-R RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE - Single Phasetime-of-use | 2017-05-01 | $9.77 | 38.0¢ (12am–7am, 9pm–12am) · 45.5¢ (7am–5pm) · 48.0¢ (5pm–9pm) — summer weekdays |
| Maui-SCHEDULE TOU-R RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE - Single Phasetime-of-use | 2017-05-01 | $9.77 | 37.9¢ (5pm–9pm) · 35.4¢ (7am–5pm) · 27.9¢ (12am–7am, 9pm–12am) — summer weekdays |
| Molokai-SCHEDULE TOU-R RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE - Three Phasetime-of-use | 2017-05-01 | $14.27 | 34.8¢ (12am–7am, 9pm–12am) · 42.3¢ (7am–5pm) · 44.8¢ (5pm–9pm) — summer weekdays |
| Molokai-SCHEDULE TOU-R RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE - Single Phasetime-of-use | 2017-05-01 | $9.77 | 34.8¢ (12am–7am, 9pm–12am) · 42.3¢ (7am–5pm) · 44.8¢ (5pm–9pm) — summer weekdays |
| Molokai-SCHEDULE "R" Residential Service-Three Phase | 2017-05-01 | $14.27 | 39.78¢ first 250 kWh, 42.43¢ first 750 kWh, 43.58¢ after |
| Lanai-SCHEDULE "R" Residential Service-Single Phase | 2017-05-01 | $9.77 | 43.40¢ first 350 kWh, 45.90¢ first 1,200 kWh, 46.59¢ after |
| Molokai-SCHEDULE "R" Residential Service-Single Phase | 2017-05-01 | $9.77 | 39.78¢ first 250 kWh, 42.43¢ first 750 kWh, 43.58¢ after |
| Lanai-SCHEDULE "R" Residential Service-Three Phase | 2017-05-01 | $14.27 | 43.40¢ first 350 kWh, 45.90¢ first 1,200 kWh, 46.59¢ after |
| Maui-SCHEDULE R RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-Three Phase | 2017-05-01 | $19.27 | 26.32¢ first 350 kWh, 28.59¢ first 1,200 kWh, 29.23¢ after |
Source: OpenEI U.S. Utility Rate Database. Rates change. Check the linked tariff or your bill for current figures.
Maui Electric Co Ltd rate history
2015–2025: +34% change in the average residential rate (31.35¢ → 41.97¢). Annual EIA-861 data.
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Reliability history
| 2025 | Maui Electric Co Ltd | Hawaii avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer (SAIDI) | 481 | 282 | 266 |
| Outages per customer (SAIFI) | 2.86 | 2.02 | 1.34 |
| Average restoration time (CAIDI) | 2 hr 48 min | — | — |
| Outage minutes excluding major storms | 218 | 188 | 121 |
Outages in counties served (2025)
From ORNL EAGLE-I, which tracks customers without power every 15 minutes. These counts cover every utility in each county. Weighted across Maui Electric Co Ltd's counties, customers averaged 6 hr 37 min without power.
| County | Outage min/customer | Days with outages | Peak customers out | Worst day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maui | 397 | 82 | 22,726 | 2025-01-10 |
| Kalawao | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2025-01-19 |
Maui Electric Co Ltd service area
Maui Electric Co Ltd serves 2 counties in Hawaii and 19 ZIP codes.
Kalawao, Maui
Cities: Kahului, Kīhei, Wailuku, Lahaina, Haiku-Pauwela, Waihee-Waiehu, Haʻikū, Pukalani, Napili-Honokowai, Makawao, Kula, Spreckelsville, Wailea, Wailea-Makena, Kaunakakai, Lanai City, Waikapū, Paia, Huelo, Kualapu‘u, Kaanapali Landing, Kēōkea, Ho‘olehua, Hana, Haliimaile, Kā‘anapali
Programs, smart meters & solar
| Smart meters (AMI) for homes | 95% |
| Customers with daily usage data online | 44,999 |
| Time-based rate programs | Time-of-use rates |
| Homes on time-based rates | 1,214 |
| Net-metered solar homes | 14,440 |
| Home batteries paired with solar | 2,726 |
| Homes in demand response (e.g. thermostat rebates) | 1,470 |
Maui Electric Co Ltd at a glance
| Ownership | Investor-owned utility |
| Services | Generation, Transmission, Distribution |
| Commercial rate | 43.53¢/kWh |
| Industrial rate | 37.90¢/kWh |
| Retail revenue (2025) | $431,962,300 |
| Electricity sold (2025) | 1,102,336 MWh |
| Peak demand | 198 MW summer · 179 MW winter |
| Power from own generation | 73% (rest purchased) |
| Line losses | 3.8% |
| EIA utility ID | 11843 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Maui Electric Co Ltd's electricity rate?
Maui Electric Co Ltd residential customers pay an average of 45.15¢ per kWh, all charges included (EIA-861M monthly utility data, 12 months ending 2026-07). That's 4% above the Hawaii average of 43.51¢ and 151% above the U.S. average.
What is the average Maui Electric Co Ltd electric bill?
About $227 a month. The average Maui Electric Co Ltd home uses 502 kWh a month. At 1,000 kWh the bill would be about $452.
How many customers does Maui Electric Co Ltd have?
Maui Electric Co Ltd serves 61,877 residential customers and 71,962 customers in total in Hawaii, across 2 counties.
How reliable is Maui Electric Co Ltd?
In 2025, the average Maui Electric Co Ltd customer was without power for 8 hr 1 min (SAIDI) over 2.86 interruptions (SAIFI), including major storms. Excluding major event days it was 3 hr 38 min. The Hawaii average was 4 hr 42 min and the U.S. average 4 hr 26 min.
Does Maui Electric Co Ltd offer time-of-use rates?
Yes. The OpenEI rate database lists 6 time-of-use residential plans, including Lanai-SCHEDULE TOU-R RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE - Three Phase. Running big appliances off-peak can cut their cost. Pick the plan in the calculator above to see by how much.
Does Maui Electric Co Ltd offer net metering for solar?
Maui Electric Co Ltd had 14,440 residential net-metered customers in 2025 with 90.6 MW of capacity and 2,726 solar-paired batteries. Estimate solar savings at this utility's rate.
Sources: EIA-861 2025 and EIA-861M (through July 2026), OpenEI URDB, ORNL EAGLE-I, U.S. Census. Methodology. Spot an error? Rates change often, so confirm with Maui Electric Co Ltd before making decisions.