Victoria Electricity Prices (Oct 2026): 25.85c/kWh Typical

Typical Victoria electricity prices from generally available single-rate market plans, inc GST. Headline figures are for CitiPower.

Last updated: 16 October 2026

Key statistics

Median rate

25.85c/kWh

Median supply

113.85c/day

Median bill

$1,409

4,000 kWh

Cheapest

$1,123

1st Energy

Reference price

$1,481

Typical price

The typical usage rate on CitiPower is 25.85c/kWh, inc GST. The median daily supply charge is 113.85c/day. At 4,000 kWh, the median plan costs $1,409 a year. The cheapest generally available plan is $1,123 a year (1st Energy). The reference price is $1,481.

Because that rate sets what every appliance costs to use, it directly shapes how Victoria prices affect heater running costs over winter, where the gap between a reverse-cycle unit and a plug-in heater is widest.

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Solar feed-in tariffs

On CitiPower, the median feed-in tariff is 1c/kWh. The highest open-ended rate is 2.2c/kWh (OVO Energy). Best conditional rate: Flow Power Happy Hour: 30c for the first 15 kWh exported 5:30-9:30pm, 0c at other times.

Feed-in tariffs are not grossed up for GST. The highest open-ended rate excludes export-capped and membership tariffs.

How we calculate this data

These figures are the median of generally available single-rate market plans from Consumer Data Right data, inc GST. Annual bills use the regulator's benchmark usage for the network. For a plan at your address, use our comparison tool. Full methodology is explained in our research methodology.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical electricity price in Victoria?
The typical usage rate on CitiPower is 25.85c/kWh, inc GST, plus a daily supply charge of 113.85c/day. The median annual bill is $1,409 at 4,000 kWh. The cheapest generally available plan is $1,123 a year (1st Energy). The reference price is $1,481.
How often is this data updated?
These figures use Consumer Data Right plan data last synced 16 October 2026. For a plan at your address, use the comparison tool.
How can I find a cheaper plan?
Compare electricity plans from retailers in your area using our free comparison tool. Enter your postcode to see current rates and estimated bills.