Electricity rates in Fairhope, AL
Fairhope (18,730 people, Baldwin County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Baldwin County El Member Corp. pay about 14.47¢/kWh, 12% less than the Alabama average.
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Electric companies serving Fairhope
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin County El Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.47¢ | $164 | 85K | 46 |
| Alabama Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.11¢ | $204 | 1.34M | 410 |
Power outages in Baldwin County right now
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Outage history in Baldwin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 150 | 112 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 52 |
| Most customers out at once | 27,558 (14.1%) | 23,634 (12.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-25 | 2025-03-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (150 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Point Clear 14.5¢
- Daphne 14.5¢
- Spanish Fort 14.5¢
- Loxley 18.1¢
- Robertsdale 14.5¢
- Summerdale 14.5¢
- Mobile 18.1¢
- Foley 14.5¢
- Theodore 18.1¢
- Tillmans Corner 18.1¢
ZIP codes: 36532, 36533
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fairhope?
Most homes in Fairhope get power from Baldwin County El Member Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 14.47¢/kWh including all charges. The Alabama average is 16.44¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fairhope: Alabama Power Co. (18.11¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fairhope?
About $164 a month, based on 1,131 kWh a month (the average for Baldwin County El Member Corp. customers) at 14.47¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fairhope, AL?
2 utilities serve Fairhope's ZIP codes: Baldwin County El Member Corp., Alabama Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fairhope?
In 2025, customers in Baldwin County averaged 112 min without power. Outages hit 52 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-14, when 23,634 customers (12.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.