Electricity rates in Franklin, TN
Franklin (72,639 people, Williamson County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Middle Tennessee E M C pay about 12.61¢/kWh, 7% less than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Franklin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee E M C | Electric cooperative | 12.61¢ | $163 | 312K | 50 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| Nashville Electric Service | Municipal utility | 14.22¢ | $148 | 425K | 0 |
| Duck River Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.99¢ | $193 | 72K | 190 |
Power outages in Williamson County right now
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Outage history in Williamson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 64 | 63 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,497 (5.3%) | 10,700 (8.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-23 | 2025-09-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (64 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Thompson's Station 12.6¢
- Brentwood 14.2¢
- Forest Hills 14.2¢
- Nolensville 14.2¢
- Belle Meade 14.2¢
- Oak Hill 14.2¢
- Spring Hill 12.6¢
- Fairview 14.2¢
- Pegram 14.2¢
- La Vergne 14.2¢
ZIP codes: 37064, 37065, 37067, 37068, 37069
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Franklin?
Most homes in Franklin get power from Middle Tennessee E M C, where residential customers pay an average of 12.61¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Franklin: Nashville Electric Service (14.22¢), Duck River Electric Member Corp. (13.99¢).
What is the average electric bill in Franklin?
About $163 a month, based on 1,295 kWh a month (the average for Middle Tennessee E M C customers) at 12.61¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Franklin, TN?
4 utilities serve Franklin's ZIP codes: Middle Tennessee E M C, Tennessee Valley Authority, Nashville Electric Service, Duck River Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Franklin?
In 2025, customers in Williamson County averaged 63 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-06, when 10,700 customers (8.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.