Electricity rates in Jefferson, GA
Jefferson (10,195 people, Jackson 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 Jefferson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
| Jackson Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 12.71¢ | $154 | 246K | 217 |
Power outages in Jackson County right now
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Outage history in Jackson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 145 | 196 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 43 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,830 (12.4%) | 9,140 (14.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (145 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 30549
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jefferson?
Most homes in Jefferson 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 Jefferson: Jackson Electric Member Corp. (12.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jefferson?
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 Jefferson, GA?
2 utilities serve Jefferson's ZIP codes: Georgia Power Co., Jackson Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jefferson?
In 2025, customers in Jackson County averaged 3 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 43 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-07, when 9,140 customers (14.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.