Electricity rates in 38318 — Buena Vista, TN
Homes in ZIP 38318 pay about 11.9¢ per kWh (Carroll County (TN), 2024 average). The Tennessee average is 13.4¢ and the U.S. average 18.2¢ (Aug 2026).
What a month of electricity costs
Monthly cost at the average price of 11.9¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Where ZIP 38318 is
Outlined: ZIP code area · scroll or pinch to zoomUtilities serving 38318
| Utility | Home price | Avg. bill | Customers in TN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carroll County (TN) Municipal | 11.9¢ 2024 | $143 | 12,344 |
| Benton County Municipal | 13.9¢ 2024 | $148 | 8,775 |
| City of Lexington (TN) Municipal · serves Carroll County | 12.0¢ 2024 | $130 | 17,961 |
| City of Milan (TN) Municipal · serves Carroll County | 12.1¢ 2024 | $146 | 6,902 |
Utilities are matched to this ZIP code by NREL’s ZIP–utility table and the EIA service-territory list for Carroll County; county matches may serve only part of the area. Prices are each utility’s average residential revenue per kWh.
Tennessee price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the East South Central region, which includes Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee.
Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions about 38318
How much does electricity cost in 38318?
About 11.9¢ per kWh for homes (Carroll County (TN), 2024 average, EIA). At 900 kWh a month that is roughly $107.
Who is the electric utility for 38318?
Carroll County (TN), with about 12,344 residential customers in Tennessee; 3 other utilities also serve parts of the area.
Is electricity in TN getting more expensive?
The Tennessee residential average was 13.4¢ per kWh in August 2026, up 2.5% from a year earlier; the U.S. average was 18.2¢.