Electricity rates in Richland, GA
Richland (1,496 people, Stewart 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 Richland
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
| Sumter Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.01¢ | $196 | 15K | 159 |
Power outages in Stewart County right now
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Outage history in Stewart County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 416 | 305 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 14 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,095 (107.3%) | 1,497 (76.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-04 | 2025-07-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (416 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 31825
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Richland?
Most homes in Richland 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 Richland: Sumter Electric Member Corp. (15.01¢).
What is the average electric bill in Richland?
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 Richland, GA?
2 utilities serve Richland's ZIP codes: Georgia Power Co., Sumter Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Richland?
In 2025, customers in Stewart County averaged 5 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 14 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-24, when 1,497 customers (76.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.