Electricity Cost in Georgia
The average residential electricity rate in Georgia is 14.46¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $130 per month or $1562 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
14.46 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$130.14
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1561.68
vs national (monthly)
$-30.60
National avg: 17.86¢/kWh
How Georgia Compares
State rate
14.46 ¢/kWh
National average
17.86 ¢/kWh
Difference
-19.0%
Category
lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Georgia costs 19% less than the national average.
- Georgia ranks #31 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Georgia shows a rising electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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City electricity costs in Georgia
Local rate context for major cities in Georgia. Figures are modeled estimates for comparison; confirm rates with your utility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Georgia?
- The average residential electricity rate in Georgia is 14.46 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $130.14.
- Is electricity in Georgia cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Georgia costs about $30.60 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Georgia?
- At the average rate of 14.46¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $130.14 per month, or about $1561.68 per year.