What’s Behind Your Eye-Popping Power Bill? We Broke It Down, Region By Region.

February 18, 2026

Grist

A Grist analysis draws on a recent blog post by Severin Borenstein, Energy Institute Faculty Director, about the factors contributing to recent surges in energy prices across the United States helps frame analysis by Grist.

“It’s no secret that U.S. electricity prices have been rising over the last few years: The average residential energy bill in 2025 was roughly 30 percent higher than in 2021. This jump is largely in line with the overall inflation Americans have experienced during this period [citing Severin Borenstein]. As the cost of groceries, gas, and housing has increased, so too has the cost of electricity.”

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