Electricity rates in Athens, AL
Athens (24,966 people, Limestone County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on City of Athens pay about 11.83¢/kWh, 28% less than the Alabama average.
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Electric companies serving Athens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Athens | Municipal utility | 11.83¢ | $155 | 52K | — |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| City of Florence | Municipal utility | 12.69¢ | $162 | 42K | — |
| City of Huntsville | Municipal utility | 12.75¢ | $146 | 202K | 120 |
| Joe Wheeler Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.69¢ | $213 | 37K | 217 |
Power outages in Limestone County right now
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Outage history in Limestone County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1 | 3 |
| Days with outages | 2 | 2 |
| Most customers out at once | 278 (0.5%) | 280 (0.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-09 | 2025-03-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Harvest 12.8¢
- Decatur —
- Madison 12.8¢
- Trinity 15.7¢
- Rogersville 11.8¢
- Flint City —
- Priceville 15.7¢
- Redstone Arsenal 12.8¢
- Huntsville —
- Meridianville 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 35611, 35612, 35613, 35614
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Athens?
Most homes in Athens get power from City of Athens, where residential customers pay an average of 11.83¢/kWh including all charges. The Alabama average is 16.44¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Athens: City of Florence (12.69¢), City of Huntsville (12.75¢), Joe Wheeler Electric Member Corp. (15.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Athens?
About $155 a month, based on 1,312 kWh a month (the average for City of Athens customers) at 11.83¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Athens, AL?
5 utilities serve Athens's ZIP codes: City of Athens, Tennessee Valley Authority, City of Florence, City of Huntsville, Joe Wheeler Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Athens?
In 2025, customers in Limestone County averaged 3 min without power. Outages hit 2 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-06, when 280 customers (0.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.