Electricity rates in Dale, IN
Dale (1,544 people, Spencer County) is served by 4 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 Dale
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.32¢ | $191 | 135K | 949 |
| Dubois Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.52¢ | $157 | 13K | 197 |
| Southern Indiana R E C | Electric cooperative | 16.15¢ | $164 | 8,957 | 894 |
Power outages in Spencer County right now
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Outage history in Spencer County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 152 | 422 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,530 (15.3%) | 1,644 (16.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-04 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (152 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Whitestown 15.8¢
- Lebanon 15.8¢
- Zionsville 15.8¢
- Pittsboro 15.8¢
- Brownsburg 15.8¢
- Sheridan 15.8¢
- Fairfield Heights 15.8¢
- Thorntown 15.8¢
- Westfield 15.8¢
- Clermont 15.3¢
ZIP codes: 47523
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Dale?
Most homes in Dale 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 Dale: Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. (21.32¢), Dubois Rural Electric Co-op (14.52¢), Southern Indiana R E C (16.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Dale?
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 Dale, IN?
4 utilities serve Dale's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co., Dubois Rural Electric Co-op, Southern Indiana R E C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Dale?
In 2025, customers in Spencer County averaged 7 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 1,644 customers (16.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.