Electricity rates in Franklin, IN
Franklin (24,598 people, Johnson County) is served by 3 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 Franklin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| Johnson County Rural E M C | Electric cooperative | 14.04¢ | $157 | 29K | 122 |
| RushShelby Energy | Electric cooperative | 17.07¢ | $206 | 15K | 543 |
Power outages in Johnson County right now
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Outage history in Johnson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 95 | 89 |
| Days with outages | 18 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,646 (22%) | 3,032 (5.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (95 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Whiteland 15.8¢
- New Whiteland 15.8¢
- Bargersville 15.8¢
- Trafalgar 15.8¢
- Princes Lakes 18.3¢
- Greenwood 15.8¢
- Edinburgh 15.8¢
- Cordry Sweetwater Lakes 18.3¢
- Southport 15.3¢
- Shelbyville 15.8¢
ZIP codes: 46131
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Franklin?
Most homes in Franklin 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 Franklin: Johnson County Rural E M C (14.04¢), RushShelby Energy (17.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Franklin?
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 Franklin, IN?
3 utilities serve Franklin's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, Johnson County Rural E M C, RushShelby Energy. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Franklin?
In 2025, customers in Johnson County averaged 89 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 3,032 customers (5.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.