Residential power costs in the United States reached 19.6 cents per kilowatt-hour in August 2026, representing an 11% increase since January 2025. This pricing surge brings the cost of domestic electricity close to its all-time historical peak.
Throughout the first eight months of 2026, average electricity prices climbed 40% higher than levels recorded during the same period in the preceding year. These statistics reflect a sharp acceleration in energy costs for American households over a 20-month window.