Electricity rates in Henderson, TN
Henderson (6,552 people, Chester County) is served by 4 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 Henderson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Tennessee E M C | Electric cooperative | 13.87¢ | $183 | 44K | 701 |
| Pickwick Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.81¢ | $173 | 17K | 580 |
| Bolivar Energy Authority | Municipal utility | 14.58¢ | $173 | 8,913 | 564 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Chester County right now
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Outage history in Chester County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 289 | 427 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 45 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,264 (21.6%) | 5,313 (90.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-10 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (289 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 38340
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Henderson?
Most homes in Henderson 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 Henderson: Pickwick Electric Co-op (13.81¢), Bolivar Energy Authority (14.58¢).
What is the average electric bill in Henderson?
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 Henderson, TN?
4 utilities serve Henderson's ZIP codes: Southwest Tennessee E M C, Pickwick Electric Co-op, Bolivar Energy Authority, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Henderson?
In 2025, customers in Chester County averaged 7 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 45 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 5,313 customers (90.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.