Electricity rates in Jefferson City, TN
Jefferson City (8,504 people, Jefferson County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Appalachian Electric Co-op pay about 14.01¢/kWh, 3% more than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Jefferson City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.01¢ | $177 | 44K | 301 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Jefferson County right now
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Outage history in Jefferson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 529 | 53 |
| Days with outages | 82 | 17 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,007 (27.8%) | 3,139 (9.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-10-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (529 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- New Market 14.3¢
- Dandridge 14.0¢
- Rutledge 14.3¢
- White Pine 14.0¢
- Blaine 14.3¢
- Morristown 13.8¢
- Mascot 14.3¢
- Luttrell 14.3¢
- Condon 14.3¢
- Plainview 14.3¢
ZIP codes: 37760
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jefferson City?
Most homes in Jefferson City get power from Appalachian Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 14.01¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Jefferson City?
About $177 a month, based on 1,263 kWh a month (the average for Appalachian Electric Co-op customers) at 14.01¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Jefferson City, TN?
2 utilities serve Jefferson City's ZIP codes: Appalachian Electric Co-op, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jefferson City?
In 2025, customers in Jefferson County averaged 53 min without power. Outages hit 17 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-01, when 3,139 customers (9.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.