Electricity rates in Nicholson, GA
Nicholson (1,718 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.
What things cost to run in Nicholson
Popular — tap to add, then add more to compare:
Add as many devices as you like to compare them side by side. Search again to add another, or use Duplicate to compare two settings.
Electric companies serving Nicholson
| 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
Checking live outages…
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
- Commerce 16.4¢
- Arcade 16.4¢
- Jefferson 16.4¢
- Athens 16.4¢
- Maysville 16.4¢
- Bogart 16.4¢
- Winterville 16.4¢
- Statham 16.4¢
- Homer 16.4¢
- Watkinsville 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 30565
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Nicholson?
Most homes in Nicholson 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 Nicholson: Jackson Electric Member Corp. (12.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Nicholson?
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 Nicholson, GA?
2 utilities serve Nicholson'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 Nicholson?
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.