Electricity rates in Buena Vista, GA
Buena Vista (2,206 people, Marion County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Georgia Power Co. pay about 16.37¢/kWh, 8% more than the Georgia average.
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Electric companies serving Buena Vista
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
| Flint Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.77¢ | $175 | 85K | 151 |
| Sumter Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.01¢ | $196 | 15K | 159 |
Power outages in Marion County right now
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Outage history in Marion County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 546 | 347 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,694 (42.4%) | 2,374 (59.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-18 | 2025-08-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (546 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 31803
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Buena Vista?
Most homes in Buena Vista get power from Georgia Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 16.37¢/kWh including all charges. The Georgia average is 15.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Buena Vista: Flint Electric Membership Corp. (13.77¢), Sumter Electric Member Corp. (15.01¢).
What is the average electric bill in Buena Vista?
About $162 a month, based on 990 kWh a month (the average for Georgia Power Co. customers) at 16.37¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Buena Vista, GA?
3 utilities serve Buena Vista's ZIP codes: Georgia Power Co., Flint Electric Membership Corp., Sumter Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Buena Vista?
In 2025, customers in Marion County averaged 5 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-26, when 2,374 customers (59.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.