Electricity rates in Wauchula, FL
Wauchula (4,935 people, Hardee County) is served by Peace River Electric Co-op. Homes on Peace River Electric Co-op pay about 12.96¢/kWh, 16% less than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Wauchula
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peace River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.96¢ | $153 | 62K | 155 |
Power outages in Hardee County right now
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Outage history in Hardee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,296 | 72 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,572 (81.1%) | 1,500 (12.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-10 | 2025-08-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,296 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Zolfo Springs 14.7¢
- Bowling Green 17.5¢
- Fort Meade 17.5¢
- Avon Park 13.0¢
- Frostproof 17.5¢
- Sebring 17.5¢
- Arcadia 14.7¢
- Alturas 17.5¢
- Crooked Lake Park 17.5¢
- Bartow 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 33873
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wauchula?
Most homes in Wauchula get power from Peace River Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.96¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Wauchula?
About $153 a month, based on 1,177 kWh a month (the average for Peace River Electric Co-op customers) at 12.96¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Wauchula, FL?
Peace River Electric Co-op serves Wauchula.
How often does the power go out in Wauchula?
In 2025, customers in Hardee County averaged 72 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-15, when 1,500 customers (12.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.