Electricity rates in Fitzgerald, GA
Fitzgerald (9,013 people, Ben Hill County) is served by Georgia Power Co.. Homes on Georgia Power Co. pay about 16.37¢/kWh, 8% more than the Georgia average.
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Electric companies serving Fitzgerald
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
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
- Ocilla 16.4¢
- Abbeville 16.4¢
- Rochelle 16.4¢
- Enigma 16.4¢
- Broxton 16.4¢
- Ashburn 16.4¢
- Tifton 16.4¢
- Unionville 16.4¢
- Douglas 10.7¢
- Willacoochee 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 31750
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fitzgerald?
Most homes in Fitzgerald 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Fitzgerald?
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 Fitzgerald, GA?
Georgia Power Co. serves Fitzgerald.
How often does the power go out in Fitzgerald?
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.