Electricity rates in Forestdale, AL
Forestdale (10,162 people, Jefferson County) is served by 3 electric utilities.
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Electric companies serving Forestdale
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| Alabama Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.11¢ | $204 | 1.34M | 410 |
| City of Bessemer Utilities | Municipal utility | 13.56¢ | $140 | 9,302 | — |
Power outages in Jefferson County right now
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Outage history in Jefferson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 273 | 479 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 17,662 (4.7%) | 39,648 (10.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-06-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (273 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Minor —
- Adamsville 18.1¢
- Brookside 18.1¢
- Graysville 18.1¢
- Fairfield 18.1¢
- Fultondale 18.1¢
- Birmingham 18.1¢
- Pleasant Grove 18.1¢
- Tarrant 18.1¢
- Mount Olive 18.1¢
ZIP codes: 35021, 35060, 35214
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Forestdale?
The Alabama average is 16.44¢/kWh.
What is the average electric bill in Forestdale?
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 Forestdale, AL?
3 utilities serve Forestdale's ZIP codes: Tennessee Valley Authority, Alabama Power Co., City of Bessemer Utilities. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Forestdale?
In 2025, customers in Jefferson County averaged 7 hr 59 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-07, when 39,648 customers (10.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.