Electricity rates in Decatur, IN
Decatur (9,465 people, Adams County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Indiana Michigan Power Co. pay about 17.02¢/kWh, 0% more than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Decatur
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Michigan Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.02¢ | $145 | 425K | 283 |
| Paulding-Putman Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.67¢ | $169 | 3,965 | — |
Power outages in Adams County right now
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Outage history in Adams County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 126 | 105 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,225 (18.5%) | 1,994 (16.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-14 | 2025-10-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (126 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Monroeville 17.0¢
- Berne 17.0¢
- Ossian 15.8¢
- Bluffton 15.8¢
- Geneva 17.0¢
- New Haven 17.0¢
- Woodburn 17.0¢
- Markle 15.8¢
- Fort Wayne 17.0¢
- Roanoke 16.1¢
ZIP codes: 46733
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Decatur?
Most homes in Decatur get power from Indiana Michigan Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.02¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Decatur: Paulding-Putman Electric Co-op (14.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Decatur?
About $145 a month, based on 853 kWh a month (the average for Indiana Michigan Power Co. customers) at 17.02¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Decatur, IN?
2 utilities serve Decatur's ZIP codes: Indiana Michigan Power Co., Paulding-Putman Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Decatur?
In 2025, customers in Adams County averaged 105 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-18, when 1,994 customers (16.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.