Electricity rates in Carthage, TN
Carthage (2,278 people, Smith County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Upper Cumberland E M C pay about 14.38¢/kWh, 6% more than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Carthage
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Cumberland E M C | Electric cooperative | 14.38¢ | $176 | 46K | 344 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Smith County right now
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Outage history in Smith County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 7 | 24 |
| Days with outages | 6 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 236 (2.7%) | 260 (3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-28 | 2025-12-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (7 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- South Carthage 14.4¢
- Gordonsville 14.4¢
- Watertown 12.6¢
- Hartsville 12.6¢
- Baxter 14.4¢
- Lafayette 14.4¢
- Lebanon 12.6¢
- Red Boiling Springs 14.4¢
- Smithville 12.6¢
- Dodson Branch 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 37030
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Carthage?
Most homes in Carthage get power from Upper Cumberland E M C, where residential customers pay an average of 14.38¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Carthage?
About $176 a month, based on 1,225 kWh a month (the average for Upper Cumberland E M C customers) at 14.38¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Carthage, TN?
2 utilities serve Carthage's ZIP codes: Upper Cumberland E M C, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Carthage?
In 2025, customers in Smith County averaged 24 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-31, when 260 customers (3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.