Electricity rates in Richmond, IN
Richmond (35,854 people, Wayne County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on City of Richmond pay about 12.94¢/kWh, 24% less than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Richmond
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Richmond | Municipal utility | 12.94¢ | $124 | 16K | 79 |
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| Whitewater Valley Rural EMC | Electric cooperative | 16.07¢ | $191 | 12K | 317 |
Power outages in Wayne County right now
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Outage history in Wayne County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 78 | 98 |
| Days with outages | 24 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,234 (5.5%) | 5,141 (12.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-28 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (78 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Centerville 16.1¢
- Liberty 15.8¢
- Cambridge City 15.8¢
- Hagerstown 15.8¢
- Lynn 16.1¢
- Connersville 15.8¢
- Winchester 16.1¢
- Union City 16.1¢
- New Castle 15.8¢
- Farmland 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 47374, 47375
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Richmond?
Most homes in Richmond get power from City of Richmond, where residential customers pay an average of 12.94¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Richmond: Duke Energy Indiana (15.79¢), Whitewater Valley Rural EMC (16.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Richmond?
About $124 a month, based on 961 kWh a month (the average for City of Richmond customers) at 12.94¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Richmond, IN?
3 utilities serve Richmond's ZIP codes: City of Richmond, Duke Energy Indiana, Whitewater Valley Rural EMC. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Richmond?
In 2025, customers in Wayne County averaged 98 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 5,141 customers (12.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.