Electricity rates in Fort Gaines, GA
Fort Gaines (1,129 people, Clay 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 Fort Gaines
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
| Three Notch Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 17.35¢ | $159 | 14K | 236 |
Power outages in Clay County right now
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Outage history in Clay County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,954 | 458 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 8 |
| Most customers out at once | 596 (51.5%) | 666 (57.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-31 | 2025-06-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,954 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 39851
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Gaines?
Most homes in Fort Gaines 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 Fort Gaines: Three Notch Electric Member Corp. (17.35¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Gaines?
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 Fort Gaines, GA?
2 utilities serve Fort Gaines's ZIP codes: Georgia Power Co., Three Notch Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Gaines?
In 2025, customers in Clay County averaged 7 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 8 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-26, when 666 customers (57.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.