Electricity rates in Alachua, FL
Alachua (9,757 people, Alachua County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Clay Electric Cooperative pay about 14.16¢/kWh, 8% less than the Florida average.
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Electric companies serving Alachua
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.16¢ | $173 | 174K | 205 |
| Duke Energy Florida | Investor-owned utility | 17.48¢ | $176 | 1.82M | 87 |
Power outages in Alachua County right now
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Outage history in Alachua County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,122 | 54 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 33 |
| Most customers out at once | 89,495 (40.9%) | 7,505 (3.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,122 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gainesville 14.9¢
- High Springs 14.2¢
- Newberry 14.2¢
- Waldo 14.7¢
- Archer 17.5¢
- East Bronson 17.5¢
- Hawthorne 14.7¢
- Starke 14.7¢
- Keystone Heights 14.7¢
- Bronson 17.5¢
ZIP codes: 32615, 32616
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Alachua?
Most homes in Alachua get power from Clay Electric Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 14.16¢/kWh including all charges. The Florida average is 15.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Alachua: Duke Energy Florida (17.48¢).
What is the average electric bill in Alachua?
About $173 a month, based on 1,220 kWh a month (the average for Clay Electric Cooperative customers) at 14.16¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Alachua, FL?
2 utilities serve Alachua's ZIP codes: Clay Electric Cooperative, Duke Energy Florida. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Alachua?
In 2025, customers in Alachua County averaged 54 min without power. Outages hit 33 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-03, when 7,505 customers (3.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.