Electricity Cost in Georgia
The average residential electricity rate in Georgia is 15.84¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $143 per month or $1711 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
15.84 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$142.56
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1710.72
vs national (monthly)
$-23.40
National avg: 18.44¢/kWh
How Georgia Compares
State rate
15.84 ¢/kWh
National average
18.44 ¢/kWh
Difference
-14.1%
Category
lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Georgia costs 14% less than the national average.
- Georgia ranks #30 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Georgia has a value score of 92, indicating strong affordability and freshness.
- Georgia shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
More Data & Comparisons
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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 15.84 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $142.56.
- Is electricity in Georgia cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Georgia costs about $23.40 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 15.84¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $142.56 per month, or about $1710.72 per year.