Electricity rates in Auburndale, FL
Auburndale (15,035 people, Polk County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Tampa Electric Co. pay about 18.21¢/kWh, 18% more than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Auburndale
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.21¢ | $203 | 769K | 112 |
| City of Lakeland | Municipal utility | 11.85¢ | $137 | 123K | 63 |
Power outages in Polk County right now
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Outage history in Polk County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,058 | 140 |
| Days with outages | 91 | 100 |
| Most customers out at once | 209,976 (66.9%) | 13,566 (4.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-10 | 2025-07-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,058 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Inwood 18.2¢
- Jan-Phyl Village 18.2¢
- Lake Alfred 18.2¢
- Fussels Corner 11.8¢
- Winter Haven 18.2¢
- Eloise 18.2¢
- Eagle Lake 18.2¢
- Combee Settlement 11.8¢
- Crystal Lake 11.8¢
- Cypress Gardens 17.5¢
ZIP codes: 33823
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Auburndale?
Most homes in Auburndale get power from Tampa Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.21¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Auburndale: City of Lakeland (11.85¢).
What is the average electric bill in Auburndale?
About $203 a month, based on 1,117 kWh a month (the average for Tampa Electric Co. customers) at 18.21¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Auburndale, FL?
2 utilities serve Auburndale's ZIP codes: Tampa Electric Co., City of Lakeland. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Auburndale?
In 2025, customers in Polk County averaged 2 hr 20 min without power. Outages hit 100 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-14, when 13,566 customers (4.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.