Electricity rates in Plant City, FL
Plant City (37,406 people, Hillsborough County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Tampa Electric Co. pay about 18.21¢/kWh, 18% more than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Plant City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.21¢ | $203 | 769K | 112 |
| City of Lakeland | Municipal utility | 11.85¢ | $137 | 123K | 63 |
Power outages in Hillsborough County right now
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Outage history in Hillsborough County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,363 | 70 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 520,308 (52.1%) | 9,053 (0.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-10 | 2025-08-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,363 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Winston 11.8¢
- Dover 18.2¢
- Kathleen 18.2¢
- Willow Oak 18.2¢
- Valrico 18.2¢
- Medulla 11.8¢
- Seffner 18.2¢
- Lakeland 11.8¢
- Fuller Heights 18.2¢
- Lakeland Highlands 18.2¢
ZIP codes: 33563, 33564, 33565, 33566, 33567
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Plant City?
Most homes in Plant City get power from Tampa Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.21¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Plant City: City of Lakeland (11.85¢).
What is the average electric bill in Plant City?
About $203 a month, based on 1,117 kWh a month (the average for Tampa Electric Co. customers) at 18.21¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Plant City, FL?
2 utilities serve Plant City's ZIP codes: Tampa Electric Co., City of Lakeland. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Plant City?
In 2025, customers in Hillsborough County averaged 70 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-08, when 9,053 customers (0.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.