Electricity rates in Clayton, AL
Clayton (2,925 people, Barbour County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Alabama Power Co. pay about 18.11¢/kWh, 10% more than the Alabama average.
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Electric companies serving Clayton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.11¢ | $204 | 1.34M | 410 |
| Dixie Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.77¢ | $185 | 22K | 258 |
| Pea River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.95¢ | $205 | 15K | — |
Power outages in Barbour County right now
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Outage history in Barbour County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 262 | 192 |
| Days with outages | 63 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,651 (21.4%) | 1,592 (12.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-10 | 2025-05-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (262 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 36016
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Clayton?
Most homes in Clayton get power from Alabama Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.11¢/kWh including all charges. The Alabama average is 16.44¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Clayton: Dixie Electric Co-op (15.77¢), Pea River Electric Co-op (17.95¢).
What is the average electric bill in Clayton?
About $204 a month, based on 1,129 kWh a month (the average for Alabama Power Co. customers) at 18.11¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Clayton, AL?
3 utilities serve Clayton's ZIP codes: Alabama Power Co., Dixie Electric Co-op, Pea River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Clayton?
In 2025, customers in Barbour County averaged 3 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-27, when 1,592 customers (12.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.