Electricity rates in New Palestine, IN
New Palestine (2,221 people, Hancock County) is served by 4 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 New Palestine
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| AES Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.30¢ | $144 | 470K | 295 |
| NineStar Connect | Electric cooperative | 17.22¢ | $217 | 19K | 193 |
| RushShelby Energy | Electric cooperative | 17.07¢ | $206 | 15K | 543 |
Power outages in Hancock County right now
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Outage history in Hancock County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 63 | 88 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,443 (6.1%) | 2,439 (6.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-04-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (63 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cumberland 15.3¢
- Greenfield 15.8¢
- Warren Park 15.3¢
- Beech Grove 15.3¢
- Morristown 15.8¢
- Lawrence 15.3¢
- McCordsville 15.8¢
- Southport 15.3¢
- Greenwood 15.8¢
- Indianapolis 15.3¢
ZIP codes: 46163
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in New Palestine?
Most homes in New Palestine 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 New Palestine: AES Indiana (15.30¢), NineStar Connect (17.22¢), RushShelby Energy (17.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in New Palestine?
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 New Palestine, IN?
4 utilities serve New Palestine's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, AES Indiana, NineStar Connect, RushShelby Energy. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in New Palestine?
In 2025, customers in Hancock County averaged 88 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-03, when 2,439 customers (6.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.