Electricity rates in Forest Hills, TN
Forest Hills (5,039 people, Davidson County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Nashville Electric Service pay about 14.22¢/kWh, 5% more than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Forest Hills
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville Electric Service | Municipal utility | 14.22¢ | $148 | 425K | 0 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| Middle Tennessee E M C | Electric cooperative | 12.61¢ | $163 | 312K | 50 |
Power outages in Davidson County right now
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Outage history in Davidson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 156 | 276 |
| Days with outages | 79 | 91 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,690 (3.5%) | 50,463 (14.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-24 | 2025-04-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (156 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Belle Meade 14.2¢
- Oak Hill 14.2¢
- Brentwood 14.2¢
- Nashville 14.2¢
- Franklin 12.6¢
- Pegram 14.2¢
- Nolensville 14.2¢
- La Vergne 14.2¢
- Hermitage 14.2¢
- Kingston Springs 14.2¢
ZIP codes: 37205, 37215, 37220
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Forest Hills?
Most homes in Forest Hills get power from Nashville Electric Service, where residential customers pay an average of 14.22¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Forest Hills: Middle Tennessee E M C (12.61¢).
What is the average electric bill in Forest Hills?
About $148 a month, based on 1,040 kWh a month (the average for Nashville Electric Service customers) at 14.22¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Forest Hills, TN?
3 utilities serve Forest Hills's ZIP codes: Nashville Electric Service, Tennessee Valley Authority, Middle Tennessee E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Forest Hills?
In 2025, customers in Davidson County averaged 4 hr 36 min without power. Outages hit 91 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-05, when 50,463 customers (14.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.