Electricity rates in Spencer, IN
Spencer (2,271 people, Owen 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 Spencer
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana | Investor-owned utility | 15.79¢ | $157 | 809K | 267 |
| South Central Indiana REMC | Electric cooperative | 18.30¢ | $207 | 35K | 1,196 |
| Utilities Dist-Western IN REMC | Electric cooperative | 16.35¢ | $184 | 19K | 763 |
Power outages in Owen County right now
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Outage history in Owen County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,167 | 1,068 |
| Days with outages | 83 | 83 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,659 (65.1%) | 6,060 (45.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-06-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,167 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ellettsville 15.8¢
- Bloomington 15.8¢
- Cloverdale 15.8¢
- Worthington 15.8¢
- Bloomfield 15.8¢
- Martinsville 15.8¢
- Smithville-Sanders 15.8¢
- Jasonville 15.8¢
- Monrovia 14.3¢
- Greencastle 15.8¢
ZIP codes: 47460
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Spencer?
Most homes in Spencer 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 Spencer: South Central Indiana REMC (18.30¢), Utilities Dist-Western IN REMC (16.35¢).
What is the average electric bill in Spencer?
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 Spencer, IN?
3 utilities serve Spencer's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Indiana, South Central Indiana REMC, Utilities Dist-Western IN REMC. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Spencer?
In 2025, customers in Owen County averaged 17 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 83 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-18, when 6,060 customers (45.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.