Electricity rates in Newbern, TN
Newbern (3,336 people, Dyer County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Gibson Electric Members Corp. pay about 13.96¢/kWh, 3% more than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Newbern
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson Electric Members Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.96¢ | $185 | 29K | 312 |
| Forked Deer Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.41¢ | $211 | 8,331 | 466 |
| City of Newbern | Municipal utility | 11.21¢ | $128 | 1,500 | — |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Dyer County right now
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Outage history in Dyer County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 25 | 0 |
| Days with outages | 4 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,693 (8.6%) | 0 (0%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-26 | 2025-01-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (25 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 38059
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Newbern?
Most homes in Newbern get power from Gibson Electric Members Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 13.96¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Newbern: Forked Deer Electric Co-op (15.41¢), City of Newbern (11.21¢).
What is the average electric bill in Newbern?
About $185 a month, based on 1,323 kWh a month (the average for Gibson Electric Members Corp. customers) at 13.96¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Newbern, TN?
4 utilities serve Newbern's ZIP codes: Gibson Electric Members Corp., Forked Deer Electric Co-op, City of Newbern, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Newbern?
In 2025, customers in Dyer County averaged 0 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-01, when 0 customers (0%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.