5 States With Most Expensive Electricity In The US

In this article, we’ll be taking a look at 5 states with the most expensive electricity America. If you want insights into the country’s power grid and a more extensive list, read 20 States With Most Expensive Electricity In The US.

5. Massachusetts 

Electricity Cost in Cents per Kilowatt-Hour (kWh): 27.46

Massachusetts leads in renewable energy initiatives, especially offshore wind energy, with several large-scale projects in development off its coastline. According to EIA reports, solar energy contributed to 20% of Massachusetts’ in-state electricity generation in 2021 and accounted for over three-fifths of New England’s net solar electricity generation that year. The state’s overall living costs, driven by its educational and tech sectors, are relatively high, indirectly impacting electricity prices.