Electricity rates in Bells, TN
Bells (2,447 people, Crockett County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Southwest Tennessee E M C pay about 13.87¢/kWh, 2% more than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Bells
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Tennessee E M C | Electric cooperative | 13.87¢ | $183 | 44K | 701 |
| Gibson Electric Members Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.96¢ | $185 | 29K | 312 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Crockett County right now
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Outage history in Crockett County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 184 | 0 |
| Days with outages | 43 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,432 (39.2%) | 0 (0%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-05 | 2025-01-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (184 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 38006
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bells?
Most homes in Bells get power from Southwest Tennessee E M C, where residential customers pay an average of 13.87¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bells: Gibson Electric Members Corp. (13.96¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bells?
About $183 a month, based on 1,322 kWh a month (the average for Southwest Tennessee E M C customers) at 13.87¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bells, TN?
3 utilities serve Bells's ZIP codes: Southwest Tennessee E M C, Gibson Electric Members Corp., Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bells?
In 2025, customers in Crockett County averaged 0 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-01, when 0 customers (0%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.