What is the average electricity rate in Fort Wayne, Indiana?

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Wayne is approximately 15.81¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Fort Wayne?

Natural gas customers in Fort Wayne pay an average of $94 per month. The rate is approximately $0.90/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Fort Wayne, Indiana?

Electricity in Fort Wayne is distributed by Indiana Michigan Power Co and Northeastern Rural E M C. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Fort Wayne?

Fort Wayne natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Indiana (Vectren) and NIPSCO. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Fort Wayne electricity rates compare to Indiana averages?

Fort Wayne's electricity rate of 15.81¢/kWh is below the Indiana state average of 18.15¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Fort Wayne?

To start electric service in Fort Wayne, contact Indiana Michigan Power Co and Northeastern Rural E M C. For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Indiana (Vectren) and NIPSCO. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Fort Wayne, Indiana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fort Wayne is served by Indiana Michigan Power Co and Northeastern Rural E M C. Utilities covering Allen County report an average residential electricity rate of 15.81¢/kWh — below the Indiana state average of 18.15¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $133. Natural gas in Fort Wayne is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Indiana (Vectren).

Compared to the Indiana state average of 18.15¢/kWh/kWh, Fort Wayne's electricity rate of 15.81¢/kWh is 2.34¢ below the Indiana average. As Indiana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Fort Wayne

Indiana Michigan Power Co
Northeastern Rural E M C
Heartland REMC

Natural Gas Utility in Fort Wayne

CenterPoint Energy Indiana (Vectren)
NIPSCO

Fort Wayne vs Indiana Energy Rates

Metric	Fort Wayne	Indiana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.81¢	18.15¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.90	$0.90	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$133	$129	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$94	$94	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Fort Wayne Residents

As a Indiana city, Fort Wayne residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Indiana LIHEAP
✅ Energizing Indiana
✅ Indiana Weatherization Assistance
✅ Indiana Energy Assistance Program

Energy-Saving Tips for Fort Wayne Residents

✓ Winterize your pipes and insulate your water heater for cold months.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set heating schedules around your work day.
✓ Check that your furnace filter is replaced monthly during peak heating season.
✓ Add weatherstripping to exterior doors — a common source of heat loss in older Midwest homes.
✓ Consider shopping for a competitive electricity supplier in deregulated Ohio, Illinois markets.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Fort Wayne, Indiana

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Wayne is approximately 15.81¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Fort Wayne pay an average of $94 per month. The rate is approximately $0.90/therm per therm.
Electricity in Fort Wayne is distributed by Indiana Michigan Power Co and Northeastern Rural E M C. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Fort Wayne natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Indiana (Vectren) and NIPSCO. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Fort Wayne's electricity rate of 15.81¢/kWh is below the Indiana state average of 18.15¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Fort Wayne, contact Indiana Michigan Power Co and Northeastern Rural E M C. For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Indiana (Vectren) and NIPSCO. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.