Electricity rates in Buckingham, FL
Buckingham (4,036 people, Lee County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Lee County Electric Co-op pay about 14.34¢/kWh, 7% less than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Buckingham
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.34¢ | $169 | 237K | 58 |
| Florida Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.69¢ | $163 | 5.34M | 47 |
Power outages in Lee County right now
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Outage history in Lee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,249 | 74 |
| Days with outages | 47 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 273,470 (43.5%) | 70,665 (11.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-10 | 2025-04-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,249 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Myers Shores 14.7¢
- Olga 14.7¢
- Tice 14.7¢
- Gateway 14.3¢
- Lehigh Acres 14.3¢
- Fort Myers 14.7¢
- Alva 14.7¢
- Suncoast Estates 14.7¢
- North Fort Myers 14.7¢
- Palmona Park 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 33905, 33971, 33973
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Buckingham?
Most homes in Buckingham get power from Lee County Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 14.34¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Buckingham: Florida Power & Light Co. (14.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Buckingham?
About $169 a month, based on 1,176 kWh a month (the average for Lee County Electric Co-op customers) at 14.34¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Buckingham, FL?
2 utilities serve Buckingham's ZIP codes: Lee County Electric Co-op, Florida Power & Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Buckingham?
In 2025, customers in Lee County averaged 74 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-15, when 70,665 customers (11.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.