Rate Change
Beginning Oct. 1, 2026, Sevier County Electric System will adjust its electric rate by 3%. We want to explain why this change is happening and what it means for you.
Every year, the cost of materials, equipment and construction needed to keep the power system running rises. On top of that, SCES is investing in two new substations to strengthen reliability across our communities. The Dumplin Creek substation in Kodak became active in July, and work is already underway on the new Waldens Creek Substation. Combined, cost projections for these substations exceed $18 million. These projects are necessary to reduce outages and improve service.
The average SCES residential customer uses 1,112 kilowatt-hours of electricity per month. The chart below shows how the new rate affects the residential class. Your actual bill will differ depending on your household's monthly energy use.
Even with this adjustment, SCES rates remain below the regional average. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, eia.gov, the average electric rate in the East South Central region is $0.15 per kWh, meaning SCES continues to provide electricity at a lower cost than many surrounding utilities.
Our commitment remains the same-to keep cost as low as possible while delivering safe, reliable power to every customer we serve.
