Electricity rates in Sewanee, TN
Sewanee (2,311 people, Franklin County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Duck River Electric Member Corp. pay about 13.99¢/kWh, 3% more than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Sewanee
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duck River Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.99¢ | $193 | 72K | 190 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| Sequachee Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.17¢ | $165 | 33K | 305 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 203 | 207 |
| Days with outages | 42 | 54 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,385 (23.5%) | 3,228 (14.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-29 | 2025-05-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (203 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Monteagle 14.0¢
- Cowan 14.0¢
- Decherd 14.0¢
- Winchester 14.0¢
- Tracy City 14.2¢
- Estill Springs 14.0¢
- Kimball 13.1¢
- South Pittsburg 13.1¢
- Jasper 14.2¢
- Altamont 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 37375, 37383
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sewanee?
Most homes in Sewanee get power from Duck River Electric Member Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 13.99¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Sewanee: Sequachee Valley Electric Co-op (14.17¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sewanee?
About $193 a month, based on 1,381 kWh a month (the average for Duck River Electric Member Corp. customers) at 13.99¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Sewanee, TN?
3 utilities serve Sewanee's ZIP codes: Duck River Electric Member Corp., Tennessee Valley Authority, Sequachee Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sewanee?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 3 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 54 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-25, when 3,228 customers (14.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.