Electricity rates in Brownstown, IN
Brownstown (2,952 people, Jackson 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 Brownstown
| 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 Jackson County right now
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Outage history in Jackson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 91 | 333 |
| Days with outages | 24 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,367 (10.1%) | 11,902 (51%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-12 | 2025-04-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (91 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Seymour 15.8¢
- Crothersville 15.8¢
- Austin 15.8¢
- Salem 15.8¢
- Scottsburg 15.8¢
- Country Squire Lakes 15.8¢
- Columbus 15.8¢
- Bedford 15.8¢
- North Vernon 15.8¢
- Mitchell 15.8¢
ZIP codes: 47220
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Brownstown?
Most homes in Brownstown 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 Brownstown: Jackson County Rural E M C (15.03¢).
What is the average electric bill in Brownstown?
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 Brownstown, IN?
2 utilities serve Brownstown'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 Brownstown?
In 2025, customers in Jackson County averaged 5 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-03, when 11,902 customers (51%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.