Average Electric Bill in Atlanta, GA
What a typical household in Atlanta pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Atlanta pays about $153.24/month for electricity at roughly 15.49¢/kWh. Basis: Georgia Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Georgia over 12 months — the rate environment Atlanta households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Georgia Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Georgia Power Co · 2,452,488 residential customers |
| State context | Georgia: $196.53/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 499,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Atlanta?
Expect roughly $153.24 per month for a typical household in Atlanta — based on Georgia Power Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Atlanta?
About 15.49¢ per kWh (Georgia Power Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Atlanta pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Atlanta higher or lower than the Georgia average?
Georgia Power Co averages $153.24 — below the state average of $196.53.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Georgia Power Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Georgia) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.