Electricity rates in Rutherford, TN
Rutherford (1,109 people, Gibson County) is served by 3 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 Rutherford
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson Electric Members Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.96¢ | $185 | 29K | 312 |
| Weakley County Mun Electric Sys | Municipal utility | 12.65¢ | $169 | 15K | 341 |
| 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: 38369
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rutherford?
Most homes in Rutherford 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 Rutherford: Weakley County Mun Electric Sys (12.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rutherford?
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 Rutherford, TN?
3 utilities serve Rutherford's ZIP codes: Gibson Electric Members Corp., Weakley County Mun Electric Sys, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rutherford?
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.