Electricity rates in Wyoming

Updated with EIA data for August 2026

Average rate
14.43¢
August 2026
12-month average
14.01¢
US: 18.16¢
Average bill
$119
821 kWh / month
National rank
#42
1 = most expensive of 51

In August 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Wyoming was 14.43¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh), 21% lower than the US average of 18.16¢. That makes Wyoming the 42nd most expensive of the 50 states and DC. Prices rose 0.7% from August 2025 (14.33¢).

Wyoming electricity rates over time

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Wyoming, cents per kWh US average

Average rate, bill and usage by year

YearAvg rateAvg monthly billAvg monthly use
2026 (8 mo)14.01¢$119848 kWh
202513.37¢$112835 kWh
202412.47¢$108863 kWh
202311.46¢$99866 kWh
202211.09¢$99891 kWh
202111.17¢$97867 kWh
202011.11¢$97869 kWh
201911.18¢$97864 kWh
201811.29¢$95841 kWh
201711.37¢$97854 kWh

Rates are weighted by kWh sold. Bills and usage are averages per residential customer.

Rates by sector (August 2026)

SectorRateA year earlier
Residential14.43¢14.33¢
Commercial10.27¢9.72¢
Industrial8.80¢8.69¢
Transportation0.00¢0.00¢
All sectors10.21¢9.90¢

How much does electricity cost in Wyoming?

At Wyoming's 12-month average residential rate of 14.01¢ per kWh, here is the energy cost for common monthly usage levels, next to the US average. Fixed customer charges, taxes and fees vary by utility and are not included.

Monthly useWyomingUS average
250 kWh$35.03$45.40
500 kWh$70.05$90.80
750 kWh$105.08$136.20
1,000 kWh$140.10$181.60
1,500 kWh$210.15$272.40
2,000 kWh$280.20$363.20

Wyoming electricity prices month by month

Over the last 12 months, the average residential rate ranged from 12.81¢ (December 2025) to 15.24¢ (June 2026), and homes used the most electricity in January 2026 (1,113 kWh on average).

MonthAvg rateAvg billAvg use
August 202614.43¢$119821 kWh
July 202614.36¢$131911 kWh
June 202615.24¢$106693 kWh
May 202614.80¢$105709 kWh
April 202614.68¢$107728 kWh
March 202613.59¢$117859 kWh
February 202613.03¢$124950 kWh
January 202612.84¢$1431,113 kWh
December 202512.81¢$124969 kWh
November 202513.89¢$107772 kWh
October 202515.09¢$99657 kWh
September 202514.97¢$93624 kWh

Wyoming vs neighboring states

Wyoming's 12-month average rate is higher than 4 of its 6 neighbors.

State12-mo avg rateAvg monthly billRank
Wyoming14.01¢$114#39
Colorado17.17¢$167#20
Idaho12.77¢$116#49
Montana13.94¢$115#42
Nebraska12.74¢$122#50
South Dakota14.28¢$140#36
Utah13.26¢$104#47

What appliances cost to run in Wyoming

ApplianceTypical wattageCost per hour
Space heater750–1,500 W$0.11–$0.21
Refrigerator725 W$0.10
Clothes dryer1,800–5,000 W$0.25–$0.70
Washing machine350–500 W$0.05–$0.07
Dishwasher1,200–2,400 W$0.17–$0.34
Electric water heater4,500–5,500 W$0.63–$0.77
Microwave750–1,100 W$0.11–$0.15
Window fan55–250 W$0.01–$0.04

All appliance costs · Appliance cost calculator for Wyoming

Can you choose your electricity provider in Wyoming?

In Wyoming, most households buy electricity from their local utility at regulated rates, so shopping for a different supplier is usually not an option. The best ways to lower your bill are to reduce usage and check whether your utility offers time-of-use or other rate plans.

Solar snapshot

Each kW of solar panels in Cheyenne produces about 1,533 kWh a year (NREL PVWatts). Sized for an average Wyoming home, a 6.4 kW system would cost about $16,448 before any incentives and pay for itself in about 12.3 years. See the full Wyoming solar estimate.

Guides for Wyoming

Wyoming electricity calculators

Frequently asked questions

What is the average electricity rate in Wyoming?

The average residential electricity rate in Wyoming was 14.43¢ per kWh in August 2026. Over the past 12 months it averaged 14.01¢ per kWh.

What is the average electric bill in Wyoming?

The average residential customer in Wyoming paid $119 for 821 kWh in August 2026, based on EIA revenue, sales and customer counts.

Is electricity in Wyoming more expensive than the national average?

In August 2026, Wyoming's average rate of 14.43¢ was 21% lower than the US average of 18.16¢.

Can I choose my electricity provider in Wyoming?

Generally no. Most Wyoming households buy electricity from their local utility at regulated rates.

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), Form EIA-861M monthly sales and revenue data. Latest month: August 2026. Recent months may be preliminary and revised by EIA. See how we calculate.