Electricity rates in Cuthbert, GA
Cuthbert (3,670 people, Ben Hill County) is served by 2 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 Cuthbert
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
| Sumter Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.01¢ | $196 | 15K | 159 |
Power outages in Ben Hill County right now
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Outage history in Ben Hill County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,586 | 48 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 17 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,143 (28.3%) | 695 (4.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-29 | 2025-07-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,586 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 39840
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cuthbert?
Most homes in Cuthbert 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 Cuthbert: Sumter Electric Member Corp. (15.01¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cuthbert?
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 Cuthbert, GA?
2 utilities serve Cuthbert's ZIP codes: Georgia Power Co., Sumter Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cuthbert?
In 2025, customers in Ben Hill County averaged 48 min without power. Outages hit 17 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-21, when 695 customers (4.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.