Electricity rates in Algood, TN
Algood (3,725 people, Putnam County) is served by 5 electric utilities.
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Electric companies serving Algood
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| Upper Cumberland E M C | Electric cooperative | 14.38¢ | $176 | 46K | 344 |
| City of Cookeville | Municipal utility | 12.20¢ | $120 | 16K | — |
| Volunteer Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.63¢ | $165 | 105K | 685 |
| Caney Fork Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.99¢ | $167 | 30K | 322 |
Power outages in Putnam County right now
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Outage history in Putnam County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 19 | 71 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 12 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,330 (4.6%) | 2,070 (4.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-05 | 2025-03-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (19 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cookeville —
- Dodson Branch 14.4¢
- Monterey 13.6¢
- Baxter 14.4¢
- Livingston 13.6¢
- Sparta 13.6¢
- Celina 14.4¢
- Smithville 12.6¢
- Grimsley 13.6¢
- Gordonsville 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 38502, 38503, 38506
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Algood?
The Tennessee average is 13.56¢/kWh.
What is the average electric bill in Algood?
About $160 a month, based on 1,180 kWh a month (the average for Tennessee Valley Authority customers) at 13.56¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Algood, TN?
5 utilities serve Algood's ZIP codes: Tennessee Valley Authority, Upper Cumberland E M C, City of Cookeville, Volunteer Electric Co-op, Caney Fork Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Algood?
In 2025, customers in Putnam County averaged 71 min without power. Outages hit 12 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-16, when 2,070 customers (4.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.