Electricity rates in Lehigh Acres, FL
Lehigh Acres (86,784 people, Broward County) is served by 3 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 Lehigh Acres
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.34¢ | $169 | 237K | 58 |
| Glades Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.45¢ | $201 | 15K | 427 |
| Florida Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.69¢ | $163 | 5.34M | 47 |
Power outages in Broward County right now
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Outage history in Broward County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 78 | 106 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 8 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,929 (1.2%) | 28,948 (2.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-18 | 2025-06-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (78 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Alva 14.7¢
- Buckingham 14.3¢
- Olga 14.7¢
- Gateway 14.3¢
- Fort Myers Shores 14.7¢
- Tice 14.7¢
- Fort Myers 14.7¢
- LaBelle 14.3¢
- Three Oaks 14.7¢
- San Carlos Park 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 33936, 33970, 33971, 33972, 33973, 33974, 33976
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lehigh Acres?
Most homes in Lehigh Acres 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 Lehigh Acres: Glades Electric Co-op (18.45¢), Florida Power & Light Co. (14.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lehigh Acres?
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 Lehigh Acres, FL?
3 utilities serve Lehigh Acres's ZIP codes: Lee County Electric Co-op, Glades Electric Co-op, Florida Power & Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lehigh Acres?
In 2025, customers in Broward County averaged 106 min without power. Outages hit 8 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-01, when 28,948 customers (2.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.