Benton County Rates: Average Bill & Price per kWh
Residential rates for Benton County and how they compare to the Tennessee average — 2024 EIA-861 annual data.
Residential customers of Benton County average $147.83/month at 13.88¢/kWh — below the Tennessee average of $168.28.
Where Benton County rates are heading
Annual residential figures from Form EIA-861, 2019–2024.
| Year | Rate | Avg bill | Res. customers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 12.83¢/kWh | $137.61/mo | 9,087 |
| 2020 | 12.78¢/kWh | $134.47/mo | 8,483 |
| 2021 | 13.07¢/kWh | $138.88/mo | 8,555 |
| 2022 | 13.56¢/kWh | $153.59/mo | 8,590 |
| 2023 | 13.64¢/kWh | $139.60/mo | 8,648 |
| 2024 | 13.88¢/kWh | $147.83/mo | 8,775 |
Rate context in Tennessee
Statewide residential price trend (12 months) — context for Benton County's 2024 annual figure.
Benton County vs its state
Annual utility averages next to the latest statewide monthly figure — different windows, both labeled.
| Measure | Benton County | Tennessee (latest month) |
|---|---|---|
| Avg bill | $147.83/mo | $168.28/mo |
| Rate | 13.88¢/kWh | 14.07¢/kWh |
Common questions
How much is the average electric bill with Benton County?
Benton County residential customers averaged $147.83 per month in 2024 (EIA-861 annual data) — about $1,774.02 per year.
What does Benton County charge per kWh?
Benton County averaged 13.88¢ per kWh for residential service in 2024 (annual revenue divided by sales, EIA-861). Actual rates depend on your plan and season.
How does Benton County compare to the Tennessee average?
Benton County bills average $147.83 — lower than the Tennessee average of $168.28 (latest EIA month).
How many customers does Benton County serve?
Benton County served 8,775 residential customers in 2024, per EIA-861 — one of the largest utilities we track in TN.
Data: Form EIA-861, 2024 annual residential figures for Benton County. Bill = residential revenue ÷ customers ÷ 12; rate = revenue ÷ sales. State context uses the latest EIA monthly data. See methodology.