Electricity rates in Bowling Green, FL
Bowling Green (2,919 people, Hardee County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Florida pay about 17.48¢/kWh, 14% more than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Bowling Green
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Florida | Investor-owned utility | 17.48¢ | $176 | 1.82M | 87 |
| Tampa Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.21¢ | $203 | 769K | 112 |
| Peace River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.96¢ | $153 | 62K | 155 |
Power outages in Hardee County right now
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Outage history in Hardee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,296 | 72 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,572 (81.1%) | 1,500 (12.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-10 | 2025-08-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,296 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wauchula 13.0¢
- Fort Meade 17.5¢
- Zolfo Springs 14.7¢
- Alturas 17.5¢
- Bartow 11.8¢
- Frostproof 17.5¢
- Avon Park 13.0¢
- Crooked Lake Park 17.5¢
- Mulberry 18.2¢
- Fuller Heights 18.2¢
ZIP codes: 33834
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bowling Green?
Most homes in Bowling Green get power from Duke Energy Florida, where residential customers pay an average of 17.48¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bowling Green: Tampa Electric Co. (18.21¢), Peace River Electric Co-op (12.96¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bowling Green?
About $176 a month, based on 1,009 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Florida customers) at 17.48¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bowling Green, FL?
3 utilities serve Bowling Green's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Florida, Tampa Electric Co., Peace River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bowling Green?
In 2025, customers in Hardee County averaged 72 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-15, when 1,500 customers (12.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.