Electricity rates in Roanoke, AL
Roanoke (6,005 people, Randolph 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 Roanoke
| 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 Randolph County right now
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Outage history in Randolph County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,253 | 2,176 |
| Days with outages | 105 | 134 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,360 (66%) | 6,074 (74.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-09 | 2025-02-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,253 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 36274
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Roanoke?
Most homes in Roanoke 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 Roanoke: Tallapoosa River Electric Co-op (15.12¢).
What is the average electric bill in Roanoke?
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 Roanoke, AL?
2 utilities serve Roanoke'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 Roanoke?
In 2025, customers in Randolph County averaged 36 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 134 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-16, when 6,074 customers (74.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.