Electricity rates in Sparks, GA
Sparks (2,007 people, Cook 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 Sparks
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
| Colquitt Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.32¢ | $171 | 66K | — |
Power outages in Cook County right now
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Outage history in Cook County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,508 | 18 |
| Days with outages | 41 | 8 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,006 (30.4%) | 428 (4.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-09 | 2025-06-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,508 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 31647
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sparks?
Most homes in Sparks 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 Sparks: Colquitt Electric Membership Corp. (14.32¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sparks?
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 Sparks, GA?
2 utilities serve Sparks's ZIP codes: Georgia Power Co., Colquitt Electric Membership Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sparks?
In 2025, customers in Cook County averaged 18 min without power. Outages hit 8 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-18, when 428 customers (4.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.