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Electricity Rate in Florida (2026): 15.17c/kWh Average

The EIA residential electricity price in Florida is 15.17 cents per kWh as of May 2026, 3.27c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The Florida commercial rate is 11.49c/kWh and the industrial rate is 8.99c/kWh (EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A).

Residential Rate
15.17¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
-18%
3.27c below
Avg Monthly Bill
$166
1089 kWh
Provider Choice
No
Regulated monopoly

Florida Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

Florida electricity averages 15.17 cents per kWh for residential customers as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 3.27c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The average monthly bill for Florida households is $166 based on typical usage of 1089 kWh.

Florida electricity is dominated by two large regulated monopolies: Florida Power and Light (FPL), a NextEra Energy subsidiary serving most of the state's eastern seaboard, and Duke Energy Florida serving the Tampa/Central Florida area. Florida law does not permit retail electricity choice for residential customers. Florida's average rate of 15.17c/kWh (May 2026) sits below the US average, helped by Florida's abundant natural gas supply (72% of generation). The bigger bill driver is Florida's heavy air conditioning load - average monthly consumption is 1,089 kWh, well above the national 869 kWh average, meaning bills of $166/month despite a moderate per-kWh rate. FPL has invested heavily in solar (the 'SolarTogether' community solar program) and battery storage, with cost recovery approved by the FPSC.

Generation mix: Natural gas 72%, solar 12%, nuclear 11%, coal 5%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: Florida rates rose 1.3% year-over-year as of May 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 6.2% over the same period.

Regulated: You Cannot Switch Electricity Suppliers

FPL / Duke Energy Florida operates as the regulated utility in Florida. Retail electricity choice is not available for residential customers. Options for reducing your bill include: time-of-use rate optimization, energy efficiency upgrades, and rooftop solar.

Your Florida Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (1089 kWh x 15.17c)$165.20
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$175.20
Florida Rate by Sector - May 2026
Residential (US 18.44c)15.17c
Commercial (US 13.54c)11.49c
Industrial (US 8.71c)8.99c
Source: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A.
Dominant Utility
FPL / Duke Energy Florida
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Adjacent States
Georgia15.84c
Alabama16.77c
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Florida Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in Florida in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in Florida is 15.17 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 3.27c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh (-18%). The average monthly electricity bill in Florida is approximately $166 based on 1089 kWh typical monthly usage.
What is the commercial electricity rate in Florida?+
The average commercial electricity rate in Florida is 11.49 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A). That compares with the US commercial average of 13.54c/kWh. Commercial rates apply to businesses, offices, schools, and retail. They are usually lower per kWh than residential rates, but a commercial bill can still be much larger because of higher volume and demand charges.
What is the industrial electricity rate in Florida?+
The average industrial electricity rate in Florida is 8.99 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A), versus a US industrial average of 8.71c/kWh. Industrial customers such as factories, manufacturers, and large facilities pay the lowest per-kWh price of the three EIA sectors because they buy power at high volume, often at higher voltage, under demand-based rate structures.
Can I switch electricity providers in Florida?+
No - Florida operates a regulated electricity market. FPL / Duke Energy Florida serves as the regulated monopoly utility. Customers cannot switch electricity generation suppliers. Options for reducing bills include time-of-use rate optimization (where available), energy efficiency upgrades, and solar installation.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in Florida?+
The average Florida household uses approximately 1089 kWh per month. At 15.17c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $166. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Florida, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in Florida?+
Florida's generation mix is primarily Natural gas 72%, solar 12%, nuclear 11%, coal 5%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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