This area is served by 10 utility providers across 3 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.9¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 37732 vs. US average
Electric
Water
Internet
Nearby ZIP codes
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 37732?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Plateau Electric Cooperative) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 37732 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Elgin, TN averages 12.9¢/kWh, about 22% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 4% above the Tennessee state average of 12.4¢/kWh. Natural gas in Tennessee averages $10.75/Mcf, about 26% below the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 37732?
No — electricity in Elgin, TN costs about 22% less than the national average. Compared to Tennessee overall, rates here are about 4% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 37732?
Elgin, TN has strong broadband coverage. Providers include Highland Telephone Cooperative (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 300 Mbps), Xfinity (Fiber up to 1,200 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 37732 in?
ZIP code 37732 is in Scott County, Tennessee.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.