Electricity rates in Mount Vernon, IN
Mount Vernon (7,208 people, Posey County) is served by Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co.. Homes on Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. pay about 21.32¢/kWh, 26% more than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Mount Vernon
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.32¢ | $191 | 135K | 949 |
Power outages in Posey County right now
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Outage history in Posey County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 486 | 977 |
| Days with outages | 52 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,624 (22.5%) | 3,067 (26.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-01-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (486 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 47620
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mount Vernon?
Most homes in Mount Vernon get power from Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 21.32¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Mount Vernon?
About $191 a month, based on 895 kWh a month (the average for Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 21.32¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Mount Vernon, IN?
Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. serves Mount Vernon.
How often does the power go out in Mount Vernon?
In 2025, customers in Posey County averaged 16 hr 17 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-06, when 3,067 customers (26.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.