What is the average electricity rate in Tennessee?

As of May 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Tennessee is 14.47¢ per kWh — about 25% below the US average of 19.41¢ per kWh.

What is a typical electric bill in Tennessee?

At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in Tennessee is about $130.23. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.

Tennessee ranks #40 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 11 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Energy · Official EIA Data · May 2026

Average rate

14.47¢/kWh

Est. monthly bill*

$130.23

Rank (1 = priciest)

#40/51

Tennessee electricity is about 25% below the US average (19.41¢/kWh). *Estimated bill at 900 kWh/month.

What is the average electricity rate in Tennessee?: As of May 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Tennessee is 14.47¢ per kWh — about 25% below the US average of 19.41¢ per kWh.
What is a typical electric bill in Tennessee?: At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in Tennessee is about $130.23. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.
How does Tennessee rank for electricity prices?: Tennessee ranks #40 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 11 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) — Form EIA-861/826, residential average price. See all states ranked or our methodology.

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