Electricity rates in Highland City, FL
Highland City (10,834 people, Polk County) is served by City of Lakeland. Homes on City of Lakeland pay about 11.85¢/kWh, 23% less than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Highland City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- Lakeland Highlands 18.2¢
- Crystal Lake 11.8¢
- Bartow 11.8¢
- Medulla 11.8¢
- Fussels Corner 11.8¢
- Combee Settlement 11.8¢
- Lakeland 11.8¢
- Jan-Phyl Village 18.2¢
- Eagle Lake 18.2¢
- Mulberry 18.2¢
ZIP codes: 33846
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Highland City?
Most homes in Highland City get power from City of Lakeland, where residential customers pay an average of 11.85¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Highland City?
About $137 a month, based on 1,160 kWh a month (the average for City of Lakeland customers) at 11.85¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Highland City, FL?
City of Lakeland serves Highland City.
How often does the power go out in Highland City?
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.