Electricity rates in Ruskin, FL
Ruskin (17,208 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 Ruskin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.21¢ | $203 | 769K | 112 |
| Florida Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.69¢ | $163 | 5.34M | 47 |
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
- Apollo Beach 18.2¢
- Sun City Center 18.2¢
- Wimauma 14.7¢
- Gibsonton 18.2¢
- Balm 18.2¢
- Riverview 18.2¢
- Progress Village 18.2¢
- Palm River-Clair Mel 18.2¢
- Boyette 18.2¢
- Ellenton 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 33570, 33575
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ruskin?
Most homes in Ruskin 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 Ruskin: Florida Power & Light Co. (14.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ruskin?
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 Ruskin, FL?
2 utilities serve Ruskin's ZIP codes: Tampa Electric Co., Florida Power & Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ruskin?
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.