Electricity rates in Selma, AL
Selma (19,519 people, Dallas 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 Selma
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.11¢ | $204 | 1.34M | 410 |
| Central Alabama Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.58¢ | $203 | 46K | 469 |
Power outages in Dallas County right now
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Outage history in Dallas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 688 | 758 |
| Days with outages | 117 | 112 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,382 (64%) | 6,127 (31.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-18 | 2025-02-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (688 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Selmont-West Selmont 18.1¢
- Valley Grande 18.1¢
- Marion 18.1¢
- Uniontown 18.1¢
- Camden 18.1¢
- Prattville 18.1¢
- Pine Level 15.8¢
- Clanton 18.1¢
- Brent 18.1¢
- Centreville 18.1¢
ZIP codes: 36701, 36702, 36703
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Selma?
Most homes in Selma 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 Selma: Central Alabama Electric Co-op (17.58¢).
What is the average electric bill in Selma?
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 Selma, AL?
2 utilities serve Selma's ZIP codes: Alabama Power Co., Central Alabama Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Selma?
In 2025, customers in Dallas County averaged 12 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 112 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-16, when 6,127 customers (31.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.