Electricity rates in Columbia City, IN
Columbia City (8,857 people, Whitley County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Northeastern Rural E M C pay about 16.10¢/kWh, 5% less than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Columbia City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern Rural E M C | Electric cooperative | 16.10¢ | $165 | 31K | 57 |
| Noble County R E M C | Electric cooperative | 13.94¢ | $149 | 11K | 135 |
Power outages in Whitley County right now
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Outage history in Whitley County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 99 | 75 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,054 (16.5%) | 4,696 (15.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-20 | 2025-07-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (99 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Tri-Lakes 16.1¢
- South Whitley 16.1¢
- Churubusco 16.1¢
- Pierceton 23.5¢
- Roanoke 16.1¢
- North Webster 23.5¢
- Albion 23.5¢
- Huntertown 17.0¢
- Winona Lake 23.5¢
- North Manchester 15.8¢
ZIP codes: 46725
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbia City?
Most homes in Columbia City get power from Northeastern Rural E M C, where residential customers pay an average of 16.10¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Columbia City: Noble County R E M C (13.94¢).
What is the average electric bill in Columbia City?
About $165 a month, based on 1,026 kWh a month (the average for Northeastern Rural E M C customers) at 16.10¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Columbia City, IN?
2 utilities serve Columbia City's ZIP codes: Northeastern Rural E M C, Noble County R E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Columbia City?
In 2025, customers in Whitley County averaged 75 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-25, when 4,696 customers (15.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.