Electricity rates in Rensselaer, IN
Rensselaer (5,927 people, Jasper County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. pay about 23.52¢/kWh, 39% more than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Rensselaer
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. | Investor-owned utility | 23.52¢ | $158 | 434K | 532 |
| Carroll-White REMC | Electric cooperative | 16.13¢ | $178 | 15K | 839 |
| Jasper County Rural E M C | Electric cooperative | 16.79¢ | $191 | 7,786 | 410 |
Power outages in Jasper County right now
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Outage history in Jasper County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 64 | 45 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 9 |
| Most customers out at once | 854 (4.4%) | 707 (3.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-04-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (64 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 47978
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rensselaer?
Most homes in Rensselaer get power from Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co., where residential customers pay an average of 23.52¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Rensselaer: Carroll-White REMC (16.13¢), Jasper County Rural E M C (16.79¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rensselaer?
About $158 a month, based on 672 kWh a month (the average for Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. customers) at 23.52¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Rensselaer, IN?
3 utilities serve Rensselaer's ZIP codes: Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co., Carroll-White REMC, Jasper County Rural E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rensselaer?
In 2025, customers in Jasper County averaged 45 min without power. Outages hit 9 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-25, when 707 customers (3.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.