$254/mo
based on 482 kWh average monthly usage
Electricity Rates in Hawaii (June 2026)
The average residential rate is 52.72¢/kWh — that's about $254/month for a typical household.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration. Data as of June 2026.
#51
out of 51 states (1 = cheapest)
187.5%above
the national average of 18.34¢/kWh
28.7%up
over the past 12 months
Rates by Sector
| Sector | Rate (¢/kWh) | vs National | Avg Monthly Usage | Avg Monthly Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | 52.72¢/kWh | +187.5% | 482 kWh | $254 |
| Commercial | 48.05¢/kWh | +238.6% | 3,751 kWh | $1,802 |
| Industrial | 43.37¢/kWh | +373.0% | 339,450 kWh | $147,206 |
| National Avg — Residential | 18.34¢/kWh | — | 930 kWh | $171 |
| National Avg — Commercial | 14.19¢/kWh | — | 6,854 kWh | $972 |
| National Avg — Industrial | 9.17¢/kWh | — | 79,069 kWh | $7,248 |
Electricity Providers in Hawaii
Utility data from EIA Form 861, 2024
Power Outages in Hawaii
3,251 customers currently without power in Hawaii
Frequently Asked Questions
The average residential electricity rate in Hawaii is 52.72¢ per kWh. Commercial customers pay an average of 48.05¢ per kWh and industrial customers pay 43.37¢ per kWh.