LG&E and KU serves customers in Kentucky. This guide covers current rates, billing structure, common charges, and how to verify your bill is accurate.
Quick Facts
Service Area: Louisville metro and central Kentucky
Rate Range: 9¢–13¢/kWh
Standard Rate: ~11.5¢/kWh (Residential Service (RS))
Off-Peak Rate: 6¢/kWh (Time-of-Day (RTOD))
Rates Updated: February 2026
Current Rates
LG&E and KU residential rates range from 9¢–13¢/kWh depending on your rate plan. The standard Residential Service (RS) plan has an effective rate of ~11.5¢/kWh. Time-of-use customers on the Time-of-Day (RTOD) plan pay 6¢/kWh off-peak and 18¢/kWh during peak hours. Rates last updated February 2026.
Understanding Your Bill
Your LG&E and KU bill includes several components: base charges, energy charges, fuel adjustments, taxes, and fees.
LG&E and KU residential rates vary by rate plan, usage tier, and season. Your effective rate includes base charges, energy charges, fuel adjustments, and various fees. Use our free Sanity Check tool to see how your rate compares to other LG&E and KU customers.
Why is my LG&E and KU bill so high?
High LG&E and KU bills are often caused by seasonal usage changes (especially AC in summer or heating in winter), rate increases, estimated meter readings, or being on a suboptimal rate plan. Upload your bill to Utility Check for an independent verification of every line item.
How can I verify my LG&E and KU bill is correct?
Upload your LG&E and KU bill to Utility Check for independent, line-by-line verification. We recalculate your charges against LG&E and KU's published tariffs, check your rate plan, and flag any discrepancies. If everything checks out, you get confirmation and peace of mind.
Does Utility Check support LG&E and KU?
Yes. Utility Check fully supports LG&E and KU bill verification. We analyze your rate plan, verify billing math, check fuel adjustments, and compare your effective rate to published tariffs. Our service covers all major utilities across all 50 states.