Electricity rates in Santa Claus, IN
Santa Claus (2,474 people, Spencer County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. pay about 21.32¢/kWh, 26% more than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Santa Claus
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.32¢ | $191 | 135K | 949 |
| Southern Indiana R E C | Electric cooperative | 16.15¢ | $164 | 8,957 | 894 |
Power outages in Spencer County right now
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Outage history in Spencer County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 152 | 422 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,530 (15.3%) | 1,644 (16.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-04 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (152 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ferdinand 21.3¢
- Huntingburg 21.3¢
- Tell City 16.1¢
- Cannelton 16.1¢
- Rockport 21.3¢
- Jasper 14.5¢
- Boonville 21.3¢
- Chandler 21.3¢
- Oakland City 15.8¢
- Newburgh 21.3¢
ZIP codes: 47579
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Santa Claus?
Most homes in Santa Claus get power from Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 21.32¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Santa Claus: Southern Indiana R E C (16.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Santa Claus?
About $191 a month, based on 895 kWh a month (the average for Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 21.32¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Santa Claus, IN?
2 utilities serve Santa Claus's ZIP codes: Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Co., Southern Indiana R E C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Santa Claus?
In 2025, customers in Spencer County averaged 7 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 1,644 customers (16.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.