Electricity rates in Princeton, IN
Princeton (8,626 people, Gibson 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 Princeton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.32¢ | $191 | 135K | 949 |
| Western Indiana Energy REMC | Electric cooperative | 15.38¢ | $189 | 15K | 408 |
Power outages in Gibson County right now
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Outage history in Gibson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 400 | 286 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 48 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,793 (32.1%) | 4,357 (29.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (400 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Branch 15.8¢
- Owensville 15.8¢
- Haubstadt 21.3¢
- Oakland City 15.8¢
- Poseyville 15.8¢
- Darmstadt 21.3¢
- Petersburg 15.8¢
- Vincennes 15.8¢
- Melody Hill 21.3¢
- Chandler 21.3¢
ZIP codes: 47670
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Princeton?
Most homes in Princeton 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 Princeton: Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. (21.32¢), Western Indiana Energy REMC (15.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Princeton?
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 Princeton, IN?
3 utilities serve Princeton's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co., Western Indiana Energy REMC. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Princeton?
In 2025, customers in Gibson County averaged 4 hr 46 min without power. Outages hit 48 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 4,357 customers (29.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.