Electricity rates in La Vergne, TN
La Vergne (34,794 people, Rutherford 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 La Vergne
| 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 Rutherford County right now
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Outage history in Rutherford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 56 | 76 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,972 (5.7%) | 16,030 (10.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-19 | 2025-02-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (56 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Smyrna 14.2¢
- Nolensville 14.2¢
- Rural Hill 12.6¢
- Brentwood 14.2¢
- Oak Hill 14.2¢
- Hermitage 14.2¢
- Mount Juliet 12.6¢
- Green Hill 12.6¢
- Forest Hills 14.2¢
- Nashville 14.2¢
ZIP codes: 37086, 37089
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in La Vergne?
Most homes in La Vergne 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 La Vergne: Middle Tennessee E M C (12.61¢).
What is the average electric bill in La Vergne?
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 La Vergne, TN?
3 utilities serve La Vergne'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 La Vergne?
In 2025, customers in Rutherford County averaged 76 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-10, when 16,030 customers (10.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.