U.S. power bills up in 2026 signal an uptick due to wholesale costs rise driven by demand including data centers in Texas and PJM regions. Wholesale rates are expected to climb from roughly $47/MWh in 2025 to about $51/MWh in 2026, feeding higher household bills. Some analyses note gas costs and LNG shipments as contributing factors. Overall, residential electricity rates are forecast to climb in 2026, averaging about 18.02¢/kWh, above 2025 levels of 17.29¢/kWh.
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