Soaring Power Bills Could Hit Seniors the Hardest as Biden’s Energy Policies Backfire
Electricity bills are skyrocketing—and everyday Americans are paying the price.
A new analysis reveals that average household electricity rates have more than doubled since 2004, climbing from just 9 cents to 19 cents per kilowatt-hour. That’s a 111% surge, far outpacing inflation, rent, and food costs. And under President Biden, experts warn the crisis is only just beginning.
Electricity: The Silent Budget Killer in 2025
A report from energy platform Arbor shows electricity costs have jumped 34% since 2020, compared to a 25% rise in groceries. The company warns power bills are now a “silent inflation bomb” that hits Americans month after month—with no way to opt out.
“You can’t skip a meal’s worth of electricity,” the report says. “You can’t change brands. Electricity is essential—and now it’s expensive.”
What’s Causing the Price Surge?
Energy costs are being driven up by several major trends:
- Increased fuel prices across the board
- Exploding energy demand from AI and tech data centers
- An outdated U.S. power grid that’s failing to keep up
According to the Department of Energy, data centers alone consumed 4% of America’s electricity in 2023—and could eat up as much as 12% by 2028. BloombergNEF projects that demand from these tech giants will double to 78 gigawatts by 2035.
Biden’s Energy Policies Making It Worse
Experts say the Biden administration’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) has quietly slashed critical clean energy grants, jeopardizing hundreds of projects that were supposed to lower long-term energy costs.
Climate policy think tank Energy Innovation estimates the changes could drive a 10% to 18% increase in electricity bills by 2035.
Meanwhile, the White House insists it’s increasing oil and gas production—but critics say it’s too little, too late.
Trump Warns: Families Will Be Left Behind
While Biden focuses on climate optics, President Trump has repeatedly pushed for American energy independence, including revitalizing oil, gas, and clean coal. Experts warn that unless immediate action is taken to modernize the grid, the cost burden will fall squarely on seniors and working families.
“We’re entering the most rapid surge in electricity demand seen since World War II,” warned Arbor founder Andrew Meyer. “Without immediate action, energy bills could become unstable and too costly for families to manage.”
Seniors on Fixed Incomes Hit the Hardest
For retirees and older Americans living on fixed incomes, this new reality is dangerous. Unlike groceries or travel, energy costs can’t be avoided. A growing number of households are being forced to choose between keeping the lights on or paying for prescriptions.
Even former Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm acknowledged the pressure in December, citing the energy toll caused by AI and tech expansion.
Bottom Line: Energy Costs Are Out of Control
Electricity is no longer just a background expense—it’s now one of the biggest threats to your monthly budget. With Biden’s failed energy policies and runaway tech demand, the system is on the brink.
Americans deserve leadership that prioritizes affordable, reliable power. President Trump’s push to restore energy dominance may be the only way to stop this crisis before it’s too late.