Electricity rates in DeFuniak Springs, FL
DeFuniak Springs (5,795 people, Walton County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Choctawhatche Electric Co-op pay about 14.18¢/kWh, 8% less than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving DeFuniak Springs
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choctawhatche Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.18¢ | $170 | 59K | 88 |
| West Florida El Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 16.82¢ | $184 | 27K | 413 |
Power outages in Walton County right now
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Outage history in Walton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 259 | 120 |
| Days with outages | 68 | 58 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,914 (13.9%) | 6,056 (8.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-09 | 2025-10-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (259 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Freeport 14.2¢
- Santa Rosa Beach 14.2¢
- Niceville 14.2¢
- Bonifay 16.8¢
- Crestview 14.2¢
- Valparaiso 14.2¢
- Miramar Beach 14.2¢
- Eglin Village 14.2¢
- Eglin Air Force Base 14.2¢
- Destin 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 32433, 32435
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in DeFuniak Springs?
Most homes in DeFuniak Springs get power from Choctawhatche Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 14.18¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of DeFuniak Springs: West Florida El Co-op Association (16.82¢).
What is the average electric bill in DeFuniak Springs?
About $170 a month, based on 1,202 kWh a month (the average for Choctawhatche Electric Co-op customers) at 14.18¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in DeFuniak Springs, FL?
2 utilities serve DeFuniak Springs's ZIP codes: Choctawhatche Electric Co-op, West Florida El Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in DeFuniak Springs?
In 2025, customers in Walton County averaged 2 hr 0 min without power. Outages hit 58 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-16, when 6,056 customers (8.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.