Electricity rates in Winston, FL
Winston (9,050 people, Polk County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on City of Lakeland pay about 11.85¢/kWh, 23% less than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Winston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Lakeland | Municipal utility | 11.85¢ | $137 | 123K | 63 |
| Tampa Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.21¢ | $203 | 769K | 112 |
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 11.8¢
- Medulla 11.8¢
- Plant City 18.2¢
- Kathleen 18.2¢
- Gibsonia 18.2¢
- Lakeland Highlands 18.2¢
- Crystal Lake 11.8¢
- Combee Settlement 11.8¢
- Willow Oak 18.2¢
- Fuller Heights 18.2¢
ZIP codes: 33802, 33811, 33815
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Winston?
Most homes in Winston 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Winston: Tampa Electric Co. (18.21¢).
What is the average electric bill in Winston?
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 Winston, FL?
2 utilities serve Winston's ZIP codes: City of Lakeland, Tampa Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Winston?
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.