Electricity rates in Newton, AL
Newton (1,472 people, Dale 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 Newton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.11¢ | $204 | 1.34M | 410 |
| Wiregrass Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.31¢ | $198 | 23K | 111 |
| Pea River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.95¢ | $205 | 15K | — |
Power outages in Dale County right now
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Outage history in Dale County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 104 | 113 |
| Days with outages | 36 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,901 (11.6%) | 2,611 (10.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-19 | 2025-07-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (104 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Novosel 18.1¢
- Daleville 18.1¢
- Midland City 18.1¢
- Ozark 18.1¢
- Level Plains 18.1¢
- Taylor 18.1¢
- Malvern 18.1¢
- Enterprise 16.2¢
- Dothan 10.9¢
- Headland 18.1¢
ZIP codes: 36352
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Newton?
Most homes in Newton 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 Newton: Wiregrass Electric Co-op (16.31¢), Pea River Electric Co-op (17.95¢).
What is the average electric bill in Newton?
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 Newton, AL?
3 utilities serve Newton's ZIP codes: Alabama Power Co., Wiregrass 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 Newton?
In 2025, customers in Dale County averaged 113 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-15, when 2,611 customers (10.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.