Electricity rates in Rochester, IN
Rochester (6,065 people, Fulton 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 Rochester
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. | Investor-owned utility | 23.52¢ | $158 | 434K | 532 |
| Kosciusko County Rural E M C | Electric cooperative | 13.67¢ | $127 | 17K | 268 |
Power outages in Fulton County right now
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Outage history in Fulton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 181 | 263 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 31 |
| Most customers out at once | 845 (9.4%) | 4,789 (53.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (181 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 46975
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rochester?
Most homes in Rochester 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 Rochester: Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co. (23.52¢), Kosciusko County Rural E M C (13.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rochester?
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 Rochester, IN?
3 utilities serve Rochester's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co., Kosciusko County Rural E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rochester?
In 2025, customers in Fulton County averaged 4 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 31 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 4,789 customers (53.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.