2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in Tennessee — 2026

Last updated: October 15, 2026

787 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 37010 (Adams, TN) - 13.7 c/kWh

Out of 787 ZIP codes with data in Tennessee, these are the highest-ranked areas for electricity rate. See also: National ZIP Codes with Highest Energy Costs | All Tennessee Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 787
Highest value 13.7 c/kWh
Median value 13.7 c/kWh
State Tennessee

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 37010 Adams TN 13.7 c/kWh —
2 37012 Alexandria TN 13.7 c/kWh 33/100
3 37013 Antioch TN 13.7 c/kWh 66/100
4 37014 Arrington TN 13.7 c/kWh 50/100
5 37015 Ashland City TN 13.7 c/kWh —
6 37016 Auburntown TN 13.7 c/kWh —
7 37018 Beechgrove TN 13.7 c/kWh —
8 37019 Belfast TN 13.7 c/kWh —
9 37020 Bell Buckle TN 13.7 c/kWh —
10 37022 Bethpage TN 13.7 c/kWh 76/100
11 37023 Big Rock TN 13.7 c/kWh 64/100
12 37025 Bon Aqua TN 13.7 c/kWh —
13 37026 Bradyville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
14 37027 Brentwood TN 13.7 c/kWh 60/100
15 37028 Bumpus Mills TN 13.7 c/kWh —
16 37029 Burns TN 13.7 c/kWh —
17 37030 Carthage TN 13.7 c/kWh —
18 37031 Castalian Springs TN 13.7 c/kWh 78/100
19 37032 Cedar Hill TN 13.7 c/kWh —
20 37033 Centerville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
21 37034 Chapel Hill TN 13.7 c/kWh —
22 37035 Chapmansboro TN 13.7 c/kWh —
23 37036 Charlotte TN 13.7 c/kWh —
24 37037 Christiana TN 13.7 c/kWh —
25 37040 Clarksville TN 13.7 c/kWh 79/100
26 37042 Clarksville TN 13.7 c/kWh 78/100
27 37043 Clarksville TN 13.7 c/kWh 82/100
28 37046 College Grove TN 13.7 c/kWh 43/100
29 37047 Cornersville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
30 37048 Cottontown TN 13.7 c/kWh —
31 37049 Cross Plains TN 13.7 c/kWh —
32 37050 Cumberland City TN 13.7 c/kWh —
33 37051 Cumberland Furnace TN 13.7 c/kWh —
34 37052 Cunningham TN 13.7 c/kWh 79/100
35 37055 Dickson TN 13.7 c/kWh —
36 37057 Dixon Springs TN 13.7 c/kWh —
37 37058 Dover TN 13.7 c/kWh —
38 37059 Dowelltown TN 13.7 c/kWh —
39 37060 Eagleville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
40 37061 Erin TN 13.7 c/kWh —
41 37062 Fairview TN 13.7 c/kWh —
42 37064 Franklin TN 13.7 c/kWh 61/100
43 37066 Gallatin TN 13.7 c/kWh 80/100
44 37067 Franklin TN 13.7 c/kWh 61/100
45 37069 Franklin TN 13.7 c/kWh 61/100
46 37072 Goodlettsville TN 13.7 c/kWh 59/100
47 37073 Greenbrier TN 13.7 c/kWh —
48 37074 Hartsville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
49 37075 Hendersonville TN 13.7 c/kWh 82/100
50 37076 Hermitage TN 13.7 c/kWh 66/100
51 37078 Hurricane Mills TN 13.7 c/kWh —
52 37079 Indian Mound TN 13.7 c/kWh —
53 37080 Joelton TN 13.7 c/kWh 65/100
54 37082 Kingston Springs TN 13.7 c/kWh —
55 37083 Lafayette TN 13.7 c/kWh —
56 37085 Lascassas TN 13.7 c/kWh 48/100
57 37086 La Vergne TN 13.7 c/kWh —
58 37087 Lebanon TN 13.7 c/kWh 37/100
59 37090 Lebanon TN 13.7 c/kWh 42/100
60 37091 Lewisburg TN 13.7 c/kWh —
61 37095 Liberty TN 13.7 c/kWh —
62 37096 Linden TN 13.7 c/kWh —
63 37097 Lobelville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
64 37098 Lyles TN 13.7 c/kWh —
65 37101 Mc Ewen TN 13.7 c/kWh —
66 37110 Mcminnville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
67 37115 Madison TN 13.7 c/kWh 65/100
68 37118 Milton TN 13.7 c/kWh 48/100
69 37122 Mount Juliet TN 13.7 c/kWh 65/100
70 37127 Murfreesboro TN 13.7 c/kWh —
71 37128 Murfreesboro TN 13.7 c/kWh —
72 37129 Murfreesboro TN 13.7 c/kWh —
73 37130 Murfreesboro TN 13.7 c/kWh —
74 37132 Murfreesboro TN 13.7 c/kWh —
75 37134 New Johnsonville TN 13.7 c/kWh —
76 37135 Nolensville TN 13.7 c/kWh 48/100
77 37137 Nunnelly TN 13.7 c/kWh —
78 37138 Old Hickory TN 13.7 c/kWh 66/100
79 37140 Only TN 13.7 c/kWh —
80 37141 Orlinda TN 13.7 c/kWh —

Methodology

Energy cost rankings use EIA residential electricity rate data by utility service area, mapped to ZIP codes. Rates are in cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh). The national average is approximately 16-17 c/kWh. High energy costs combined with older housing stock indicate significant homeowner burden.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-10-15.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are energy costs included in home safety?

Energy burden is a key factor in home affordability and livability. ZIP codes with high electricity rates and older housing stock face compounding costs: higher bills, more expensive repairs, and greater risk of deferred maintenance that leads to safety hazards.

How can homeowners reduce energy costs?

Federal and state rebates are available for insulation, heat pumps, weatherization, and solar panels. The Inflation Reduction Act provides up to $14,000 in home energy rebates. Check energystar.gov/rebates for eligibility.

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