If your utility bill has increased recently , you're not alone.

Electricity costs are, on average, 5.5% higher today than a year ago and natural gas has increased by 13.8%, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics .

U.S. citizens are paying more for electricity this summer due in part to a combination of extreme temperatures and the expansion of data centers needed to support the increase of artificial intelligence usage, USA Today reported .

From May 2024 to May 2025, the average residential price for one kilowatt-hour of electricity increased almost 6.5%, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA).

Why are electricity bills going up? What to know about energy and natural gas prices in Louisiana

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