Electricity rates in Humboldt, TN
Humboldt (8,313 people, Gibson 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 Humboldt
| 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 |
| City of Humboldt | Municipal utility | 12.52¢ | $133 | 3,535 | — |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Gibson County right now
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Outage history in Gibson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 54 | 16 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 11 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,344 (11.9%) | 309 (1.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-13 | 2025-04-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (54 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 38343
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Humboldt?
Most homes in Humboldt 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 Humboldt: Gibson Electric Members Corp. (13.96¢), City of Humboldt (12.52¢).
What is the average electric bill in Humboldt?
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 Humboldt, TN?
4 utilities serve Humboldt's ZIP codes: Southwest Tennessee E M C, Gibson Electric Members Corp., City of Humboldt, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Humboldt?
In 2025, customers in Gibson County averaged 16 min without power. Outages hit 11 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-03, when 309 customers (1.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.