Electricity Cost in Australia (AU)
Average electricity rate in Australia: A$0.33/kWh ($0.22 USD). Average annual bill: A$1900. Renewable share: 35%.
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Cost by Usage Level in Australia
| Monthly kWh | Monthly (A$) | Monthly (USD) | Annual (A$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 kWh | A$33.00 | $22.00 | A$396 |
| 200 kWh | A$66.00 | $44.00 | A$792 |
| 300 kWh | A$99.00 | $66.00 | A$1,188 |
| 500 kWh | A$165.00 | $110.00 | A$1,980 |
| 750 kWh | A$247.50 | $165.00 | A$2,970 |
| 1000 kWh | A$330.00 | $220.00 | A$3,960 |
Australia Electricity Market
High solar adoption. Feed-in tariffs vary by state. South Australia has highest rates. Provider: State-based retailers. Renewable energy share: 35%.
Disclaimer: Rates are approximate averages. Actual rates vary by provider, region, usage level, and time of use. Last updated 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Understanding electricity prices in Australia
Australian electricity is sold by competing retailers within state-based markets overseen by the Australian Energy Regulator, which publishes a Default Market Offer as a price ceiling. Network charges for poles and wires make up a large share of the bill, which is why prices stay high despite plentiful sunshine.
Australia has the world's highest rate of rooftop solar, with roughly a third of homes generating their own power, but feed-in tariffs for exported solar have fallen sharply. Air conditioning and electric hot water are the biggest household loads.
How to lower your electricity bill in Australia
Compare retailers using the government's Energy Made Easy site, and consider adding battery storage so you use more of your own solar instead of exporting it cheaply. Controlled-load tariffs for hot water and shifting usage into the solar-rich middle of the day both help.
At roughly $0.22 USD per kWh, electricity in Australia sits near the global average of about $0.17 USD/kWh, with renewables supplying 35% of generation. A typical household bill runs around A$1900 per year.