Electricity rates in Orleans, IN
Orleans (2,129 people, Orange County) is served by 2 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 Orleans
| 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 |
Power outages in Orange County right now
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Outage history in Orange County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 49 | 323 |
| Days with outages | 9 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,783 (14.6%) | 2,865 (23.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-14 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (49 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mitchell 15.8¢
- Paoli 15.8¢
- French Lick 15.8¢
- Bedford 15.8¢
- Oolitic 15.8¢
- Salem 15.8¢
- Loogootee 15.8¢
- New Pekin 14.9¢
- Brownstown 15.8¢
- Smithville-Sanders 15.8¢
ZIP codes: 47452
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Orleans?
Most homes in Orleans 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 Orleans: Jackson County Rural E M C (15.03¢).
What is the average electric bill in Orleans?
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 Orleans, IN?
2 utilities serve Orleans's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, Jackson County Rural E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Orleans?
In 2025, customers in Orange County averaged 5 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 2,865 customers (23.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.