Average Electric Bill in Decatur, AL
What a typical household in Decatur pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Decatur pays about $130.63/month for electricity at roughly 11.15¢/kWh. Basis: Decatur Utilities, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Alabama over 12 months — the rate environment Decatur households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Decatur Utilities, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Decatur Utilities · 22,820 residential customers |
| State context | Alabama: $201.98/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 57,134 (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 Decatur?
Expect roughly $130.63 per month for a typical household in Decatur — based on Decatur Utilities annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Decatur?
About 11.15¢ per kWh (Decatur Utilities, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Decatur pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Decatur higher or lower than the Alabama average?
Decatur Utilities averages $130.63 — below the state average of $201.98.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Decatur Utilities) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Alabama) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.