Electricity rates in Garrett, IN
Garrett (6,344 people, DeKalb County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. pay about 23.52¢/kWh, 39% more than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Garrett
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. | Investor-owned utility | 23.52¢ | $158 | 434K | 532 |
| Indiana Michigan Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.02¢ | $145 | 425K | 283 |
| Noble County R E M C | Electric cooperative | 13.94¢ | $149 | 11K | 135 |
Power outages in DeKalb County right now
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Outage history in DeKalb County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 42 | 87 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 17 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,793 (5.9%) | 1,896 (6.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-13 | 2025-10-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (42 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Auburn 23.5¢
- Avilla 23.5¢
- Waterloo 23.5¢
- Huntertown 17.0¢
- Kendallville 23.5¢
- Leo-Cedarville 17.0¢
- Churubusco 16.1¢
- Grabill 17.0¢
- Butler 17.0¢
- Fort Wayne 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 46738
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Garrett?
Most homes in Garrett get power from Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co., where residential customers pay an average of 23.52¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Garrett: Indiana Michigan Power Co. (17.02¢), Noble County R E M C (13.94¢).
What is the average electric bill in Garrett?
About $158 a month, based on 672 kWh a month (the average for Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. customers) at 23.52¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Garrett, IN?
3 utilities serve Garrett's ZIP codes: Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co., Indiana Michigan Power Co., Noble County R E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Garrett?
In 2025, customers in DeKalb County averaged 87 min without power. Outages hit 17 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-28, when 1,896 customers (6.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.