Electricity rates in Watertown, TN
Watertown (1,517 people, Wilson County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Middle Tennessee E M C pay about 12.61¢/kWh, 7% less than the Tennessee average.
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Electric companies serving Watertown
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee E M C | Electric cooperative | 12.61¢ | $163 | 312K | 50 |
| Upper Cumberland E M C | Electric cooperative | 14.38¢ | $176 | 46K | 344 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Wilson County right now
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Outage history in Wilson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 85 | 84 |
| Days with outages | 51 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,969 (5.9%) | 4,316 (6.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-09 | 2025-04-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (85 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lebanon 12.6¢
- Gordonsville 14.4¢
- South Carthage 14.4¢
- Carthage 14.4¢
- Woodbury 12.6¢
- Hartsville 12.6¢
- Smithville 12.6¢
- Rural Hill 12.6¢
- Mount Juliet 12.6¢
- Murfreesboro —
ZIP codes: 37184
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Watertown?
Most homes in Watertown get power from Middle Tennessee E M C, where residential customers pay an average of 12.61¢/kWh including all charges. The Tennessee average is 13.56¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Watertown: Upper Cumberland E M C (14.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Watertown?
About $163 a month, based on 1,295 kWh a month (the average for Middle Tennessee E M C customers) at 12.61¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Watertown, TN?
3 utilities serve Watertown's ZIP codes: Middle Tennessee E M C, Upper Cumberland E M C, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Watertown?
In 2025, customers in Wilson County averaged 84 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-05, when 4,316 customers (6.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.