Electricity rates in Phenix City, AL
Phenix City (37,570 people, Russell County) is served by 2 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 Phenix City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.11¢ | $204 | 1.34M | 410 |
| Tallapoosa River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.12¢ | $175 | 30K | 567 |
Power outages in Russell County right now
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Outage history in Russell County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 214 | 164 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,370 (10.9%) | 3,459 (15.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-11-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (214 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 36867, 36868, 36869, 36870
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Phenix City?
Most homes in Phenix City 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 Phenix City: Tallapoosa River Electric Co-op (15.12¢).
What is the average electric bill in Phenix City?
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 Phenix City, AL?
2 utilities serve Phenix City's ZIP codes: Alabama Power Co., Tallapoosa River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Phenix City?
In 2025, customers in Russell County averaged 2 hr 44 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-11, when 3,459 customers (15.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.