Average Electric Bill in Tampa, FL
What a typical household in Tampa pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Tampa pays about $165.79/month for electricity at roughly 14.67¢/kWh. Basis: Tampa Electric Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Florida over 12 months — the rate environment Tampa households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Tampa Electric Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Tampa Electric Co · 757,280 residential customers |
| State context | Florida: $195.15/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 385,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Tampa?
Expect roughly $165.79 per month for a typical household in Tampa — based on Tampa Electric Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Tampa?
About 14.67¢ per kWh (Tampa Electric Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Tampa pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Tampa higher or lower than the Florida average?
Tampa Electric Co averages $165.79 — below the state average of $195.15.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Tampa Electric Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Florida) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.