182.0%above
the national average of 18.44¢/kWh
Electricity Rates in Hawaii (May 2026)
The average residential rate is 52.00¢/kWh — that's about $250/month for a typical household.
#51out of 51 states (1 = cheapest)
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration. Data as of May 2026.
$250/mo
based on 480 kWh average monthly usage
26.7%up
over the past 12 months
Rates by Sector
| Sector | Rate (¢/kWh) | vs National | Avg Monthly Usage | Avg Monthly Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | 52.00¢/kWh | +182.0% | 480 kWh | $250 |
| Commercial | 46.19¢/kWh | — | 3,935 kWh | $1,817 |
| Industrial | 41.90¢/kWh | — | 344,811 kWh | $144,488 |
| National Average | 18.44¢/kWh | — | 736 kWh | $136 |
Electricity Providers in Hawaii
Type | Service | Service Area | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Honolulu | ||||||
Hawaii | ||||||
Kalawao, Maui | ||||||
Kauai |
Utility data from EIA Form 861, 2024
Power Outages in Hawaii
161 customers currently without power in Hawaii
Frequently Asked Questions
The average residential electricity rate in Hawaii is 52.00¢ per kWh. Commercial customers pay an average of 46.19¢ per kWh and industrial customers pay 41.90¢ per kWh.