Connecticut Electricity Rates (2026)
29.4¢/kWhstate average
81.4% above national averageUtilities in Connecticut
Rate Outlook for Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is currently 29.4 cents/kWh. Under EIA's reference scenario, rates are projected to reach 34.7 cents/kWh by 2031 and 39.4 cents/kWh by 2036, a 34.1% change. Under the high oil price scenario, rates could reach 41.1 cents/kWh.
EIA projections for Connecticut vs. actual observed rates
Projected residential electricity rates for Connecticut (next 10 years)
| Year | Reference (¢/kWh) | High Price | Low Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 32.5 | 32.9 | 32.4 |
| 2027 | 31.4 | 31.8 | 31.4 |
| 2028 | 31.8 | 32.2 | 32.0 |
| 2029 | 32.6 | 32.9 | 32.8 |
| 2030 | 33.5 | 33.9 | 33.8 |
| 2031 | 34.7 | 35.3 | 35.2 |
| 2032 | 35.7 | 36.7 | 36.2 |
| 2033 | 37.2 | 38.2 | 37.4 |
| 2034 | 38.2 | 39.2 | 38.2 |
| 2035 | 39.0 | 40.2 | 38.9 |
| 2036 | 39.4 | 41.1 | 39.5 |
Data Sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration — Annual Energy Outlook (AEO2010, AEO2015, AEO2020, AEO2025) and Monthly Energy Review.
Methodology: State-level projections are derived by applying national rate trends from EIA's Annual Energy Outlook to Connecticut's current observed rate. EIA does not publish state-level projections.
Freshness: This data is checked weekly against EIA's open data APIs. The Monthly Energy Review updates monthly with observed rates. The Annual Energy Outlook publishes new projections annually.