Electricity rates in Austin, IN
Austin (4,295 people, Scott County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Indiana pay about 15.79¢/kWh, 7% less than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Austin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| Jackson County Rural E M C | Electric cooperative | 15.03¢ | $202 | 24K | 476 |
Power outages in Scott County right now
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Outage history in Scott County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 109 | 86 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 19 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,180 (9.2%) | 861 (6.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-01 | 2025-10-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (109 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Crothersville 15.8¢
- Scottsburg 15.8¢
- Seymour 15.8¢
- Brownstown 15.8¢
- Henryville 14.9¢
- Hanover 15.8¢
- Salem 15.8¢
- North Vernon 15.8¢
- Country Squire Lakes 15.8¢
- New Pekin 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 47102
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Austin?
Most homes in Austin get power from Duke Energy Indiana, where residential customers pay an average of 15.79¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Austin: Jackson County Rural E M C (15.03¢).
What is the average electric bill in Austin?
About $157 a month, based on 992 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Indiana customers) at 15.79¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Austin, IN?
2 utilities serve Austin's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, Jackson County Rural E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Austin?
In 2025, customers in Scott County averaged 86 min without power. Outages hit 19 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-07, when 861 customers (6.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.