Electricity rates in Nelson, GA
Nelson (1,347 people, Cherokee County) is served by Amicalola Electric Member Corp.. Homes on Amicalola Electric Member Corp. pay about 14.03¢/kWh, 7% less than the Georgia average.
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Electric companies serving Nelson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amicalola Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.03¢ | $176 | 52K | 728 |
Power outages in Cherokee County right now
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Outage history in Cherokee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 149 | 165 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 19,648 (11%) | 18,693 (10.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-31 | 2025-06-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (149 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ball Ground 16.4¢
- Jasper 16.4¢
- Canton 16.4¢
- Dawsonville 16.4¢
- Holly Springs 16.4¢
- Milton 16.4¢
- Cumming 16.4¢
- Rydal 16.4¢
- Woodstock 16.4¢
- Alpharetta 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 30151
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Nelson?
Most homes in Nelson get power from Amicalola Electric Member Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 14.03¢/kWh including all charges. The Georgia average is 15.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Nelson?
About $176 a month, based on 1,255 kWh a month (the average for Amicalola Electric Member Corp. customers) at 14.03¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Nelson, GA?
Amicalola Electric Member Corp. serves Nelson.
How often does the power go out in Nelson?
In 2025, customers in Cherokee County averaged 2 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-02, when 18,693 customers (10.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.