Electricity rates in Mitchell, IN
Mitchell (4,252 people, Lawrence 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 Mitchell
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| Jackson County Rural E M C | Electric cooperative | 15.03¢ | $202 | 24K | 476 |
| Daviess Martin County R E M C | Electric cooperative | 15.55¢ | $202 | 8,024 | 620 |
Power outages in Lawrence County right now
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Outage history in Lawrence County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 237 | 528 |
| Days with outages | 36 | 48 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,559 (12.1%) | 5,016 (23.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-31 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (237 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Orleans 15.8¢
- Bedford 15.8¢
- Oolitic 15.8¢
- Paoli 15.8¢
- French Lick 15.8¢
- Salem 15.8¢
- Smithville-Sanders 15.8¢
- Loogootee 15.8¢
- Brownstown 15.8¢
- Odon 15.8¢
ZIP codes: 47446
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mitchell?
Most homes in Mitchell 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 Mitchell: Jackson County Rural E M C (15.03¢), Daviess Martin County R E M C (15.55¢).
What is the average electric bill in Mitchell?
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 Mitchell, IN?
3 utilities serve Mitchell's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, Jackson County Rural E M C, Daviess Martin County R E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Mitchell?
In 2025, customers in Lawrence County averaged 8 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 48 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 5,016 customers (23.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.