Electricity rates in Decatur, AL
Decatur (55,437 people, Morgan County) is served by 4 electric utilities.
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Electric companies serving Decatur
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| Decatur Utilities | Municipal utility | 12.38¢ | $146 | 23K | 62 |
| City of Athens | Municipal utility | 11.83¢ | $155 | 52K | — |
| Joe Wheeler Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.69¢ | $213 | 37K | 217 |
Power outages in Morgan County right now
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Outage history in Morgan County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 44 | 159 |
| Days with outages | 26 | 59 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,821 (11.2%) | 6,477 (9.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-10 | 2025-04-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (44 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Flint City —
- Trinity 15.7¢
- Priceville 15.7¢
- Hartselle 15.7¢
- Athens 11.8¢
- Danville 18.1¢
- Madison 12.8¢
- Falkville 14.9¢
- Moulton 18.1¢
- Redstone Arsenal 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 35601, 35602, 35603, 35609, 35699
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Decatur?
The Alabama average is 16.44¢/kWh.
What is the average electric bill in Decatur?
About $188 a month, based on 1,145 kWh a month (the average for Tennessee Valley Authority customers) at 16.44¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Decatur, AL?
4 utilities serve Decatur's ZIP codes: Tennessee Valley Authority, Decatur Utilities, City of Athens, Joe Wheeler Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Decatur?
In 2025, customers in Morgan County averaged 2 hr 39 min without power. Outages hit 59 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-11, when 6,477 customers (9.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.