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Electricity rates in Georgia

The average residential electricity price in Georgia was 15.90¢/kWh in August 2026, 12.4% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh (EIA).

Average price (Aug 2026)
15.90¢/kWh
Change vs Aug 2025
+2.3%+0.35¢/kWh
Rank (1 = most expensive)
31stof 51
vs U.S. average
−12.4%−2.26¢/kWh

Georgia residential electricity price, last 12 months

Georgia vs U.S. average residential electricity price, last 12 monthsGeorgia: 15.3¢ in Sep 2025, 15.9¢ in Aug 2026. Low 13.7¢, high 16.4¢.12.0¢14.0¢16.0¢18.0¢20.0¢Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026
· cents per kWh
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MonthGeorgiaU.S. average
Aug 202615.9¢18.2¢
Jul 202616.3¢18.3¢
Jun 202616.4¢18.4¢
May 202615.8¢18.4¢
Apr 202615.4¢18.9¢
Mar 202615.0¢18.6¢
Feb 202614.1¢17.6¢
Jan 202614.4¢17.4¢
Dec 202513.7¢17.1¢
Nov 202514.4¢17.8¢
Oct 202514.5¢17.9¢
Sep 202515.3¢18.1¢

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (Aug 2026). Retrieved November 5, 2026. About our data

What common appliances cost to run in Georgia

Worked examples at 15.90¢/kWh, the August 2026 average:

  • Running a 1,500 W space heater 6 hours a day for 30 days uses 270 kWh and costs about $42.93.
  • Running a 3,500 W central air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days uses 840 kWh and costs about $133.56.
  • Running a refrigerator using 500 kWh per year uses 500 kWh and costs about $79.50 a year.

Try your own appliance in the appliance cost calculator.

Typical monthly use and bill

Georgia residential customers used an average of 1,077 kWh a month in 2025 (EIA annual data). At 15.90¢/kWh, that works out to about $171.24 a month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is electricity expensive in Georgia?

Georgia ranked 31st most expensive of 51 (50 states and DC) in August 2026, at 15.90¢/kWh versus the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh.

How have Georgia electricity prices changed over the past year?

The average residential price rose from 15.55¢/kWh in August 2025 to 15.90¢/kWh in August 2026, a change of +2.3%.

What is a typical electric bill in Georgia?

Residential customers in Georgia used an average of 1,077 kWh a month in 2025. At 15.90¢/kWh that is about $171.24 a month. Use the electric bill calculator for your own usage.

Why might my Georgia rate differ from this average?

The state average blends every utility, rate plan and fixed charge in the state. Utilities, co-ops and municipal providers set different tariffs, and time-of-use or tiered plans change the price of each kWh. Divide your bill total by your kWh for your own average rate.

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