In July 2026, homes in Georgia paid an average of 16.27¢ per kWh, the 25th most expensive of the 50 states and DC and 11.1% below the U.S. average of 18.31¢.
That price is up 4.6% from a year earlier.
Over the past 12 months the average home in Georgia used 1,069 kWh a month, for an average bill of $162 (U.S.: $157).
About electricity in Georgia
Georgia's electricity comes mainly from natural gas and nuclear power. Electric cooperatives serve a larger share of homes in Georgia than in most other states.
- natural gas 39%
- nuclear 35%
- coal 14%
- solar 8%
- biomass 3%
- hydropower 2%
The Georgia Public Service Commission is the state agency that regulates electric utilities in Georgia.
What drives electricity prices in Georgia
Georgia gets most of its electricity from natural gas and nuclear power, with coal declining and solar growing. The two new reactors at Plant Vogtle began operating in 2023 and 2024, years late and far over budget, and Georgia Power customers are paying for them through their rates.
Georgia has no retail choice. Most homes buy from Georgia Power, an investor-owned utility whose rates are set by the elected Public Service Commission, but electric cooperatives serve a large share of households, especially outside the big cities, alongside city-owned utilities.
Prices are below the national average, but Georgia homes use more electricity than most, mainly for summer air conditioning, so bills are close to or above average. Rapid growth in data centers is a growing factor in the state's plans for new power plants.
Average electric bill in Georgia
Over the last 12 months the average Georgia home paid $162 a month for electricity, the 19th highest of the 50 states and DC. In July 2026 the average bill was $240 for 1,478 kWh.
Over the last 12 months, homes in Georgia used the most electricity in July, when air conditioning drives usage up: an average of 1,478 kWh and a $240 bill. The lightest month was April, at 808 kWh and $124.
What would I pay?
| Monthly use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh × 16.27¢ | $81.35 | $976 |
| 1,000 kWh × 16.27¢typical | $162.70 | $1,952 |
| 1,500 kWh × 16.27¢ | $244.05 | $2,929 |
| 2,000 kWh × 16.27¢ | $325.40 | $3,905 |
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Cost of electricity in Georgia by month
Businesses in Georgia paid 12.54¢ per kWh in July 2026 (the 22nd cheapest for business power), and industrial users paid 10.03¢.
Electric companies in Georgia
58 utilities deliver electricity to homes in Georgia. The largest is Georgia Power Co, serving 2,480,484 homes.
| Utility | Homes served | Avg. home rate |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co | 2,480,484 | 16.28¢ |
| Jackson Electric Member Corp | 245,849 | 11.87¢ |
| Cobb Electric Membership Corp | 203,131 | 11.55¢ |
| Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation | 182,849 | 12.82¢ |
| GreyStone Power Corporation | 142,841 | 12.55¢ |
| Walton Electric Member Corp | 133,581 | 14.10¢ |
| Snapping Shoals El Member Corp | 106,304 | 12.99¢ |
| North Georgia Elec Member Corp | 90,932 | 12.93¢ |
| Flint Electric Membership Corp | 85,358 | 13.41¢ |
| Coweta-Fayette El Member Corp | 83,660 | 13.22¢ |
"Avg. home rate" is what each utility's full-service residential customers paid on average in 2025 (revenue ÷ kWh sold). Delivery-only utilities have no full-service rate.
Can you choose your electricity supplier in Georgia?
No. Households in Georgia buy electricity from the utility that serves their address. Rates are set by the state utility commission (for investor-owned utilities) or by the utility's own board (for co-ops and city-owned utilities).
Georgia compared with neighboring states
| State | Price per kWh | Avg. monthly bill (12 mo.) |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 13.71¢ | $162 |
| Florida | 15.03¢ | $169 |
| North Carolina | 15.16¢ | $152 |
| South Carolina | 15.47¢ | $165 |
| Georgia | 16.27¢ | $162 |
| Alabama | 16.40¢ | $185 |
Georgia electricity FAQ
What is the average electric bill in Georgia?
The average home in Georgia paid $162 a month over the last 12 months, using 1,069 kWh. That is the 19th highest of the 50 states and DC. In July 2026 alone, the average bill was $240.
How much does electricity cost per kWh in Georgia?
Homes paid an average of 16.27¢ per kWh in July 2026, 11.1% below the U.S. average of 18.31¢. Businesses paid 12.54¢ per kWh.
Which month has the highest electric bills in Georgia?
July, in the last 12 months of data: the average bill reached $240 (1,478 kWh), compared with $124 in April, the lowest month.
Can I choose my electricity provider in Georgia?
No. Households in Georgia buy electricity from the utility that serves their address, at rates set by regulators or the utility's board.
What are the largest electric companies in Georgia?
By number of residential customers in 2025: Georgia Power Co (2,480,484), Jackson Electric Member Corp (245,849), Cobb Electric Membership Corp (203,131).
Latest GA electric rates, bills and usage: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail sales data (forms EIA-861M and EIA-861), latest month July 2026. Utilities and suppliers: EIA-861 (2025). Bills and usage are revenue and sales divided by customers. Last updated 2026-10-20.