Residential electricity prices in Hoover, AL in April 2026 averaged approximately 17.41 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 8% less than the national average rate of 18.83 ¢/kWh (April 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in Hoover differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from March 2025 to March 2026 - residential electricity prices in Hoover increased approximately 4%, from 16.56 ¢/kWh to 17.15 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in Hoover in April 2026 averaged 20.39 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 12% more than the national average rate of 18.17 $/Mcf (April 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Hoover natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Hoover natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Hoover (Alabama) increased approximately 9%, from 16.35 $/Mcf (March 2025) to 17.83 $/Mcf (March 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Hoover solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Hoover levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The city of Hoover, AL in Jefferson County has an approximate population of 81,619. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Hoover, AL, or for other information related to utilities in Hoover, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
The first (electricity) power plant - owned by Thomas Edison - opened in New York City in 1882.
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