2026 Rate Adjustments

Effective January 1, 2026, a local rate adjustment went into effect. This adjustment, which is allowable by the State Corporation Commission (SCC) every three years, is intended to realign revenues with inflation and increased operating expenses. While the local distribution rate increased by 5%, members will also see a decrease in the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) factor, which helps offset the change.

For the average residential member using 1,000 kilowatt hours in a month, this results in a $2.50 per month average increase. Additional information on understanding your electric bill, including several programs and services to help reduce energy usage and lower electricity bills can be found: https://barcelectric.com/pay-your-bill/

As costs fluctuate, we want to make sure our members are informed and equipped with the tools to help manage energy usage.