Electricity rates in Waynesboro, GA
Waynesboro (5,704 people, Burke County) is served by 3 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 Waynesboro
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.37¢ | $162 | 2.48M | 287 |
| Jefferson Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.97¢ | $168 | 35K | 163 |
| Planters Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.24¢ | $178 | 16K | — |
Power outages in Burke County right now
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Outage history in Burke County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,244 | 162 |
| Days with outages | 51 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,898 (42.1%) | 1,868 (11.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-28 | 2025-06-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,244 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 30830
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Waynesboro?
Most homes in Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro: Jefferson Electric Member Corp. (14.97¢), Planters Electric Member Corp. (15.24¢).
What is the average electric bill in Waynesboro?
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 Waynesboro, GA?
3 utilities serve Waynesboro's ZIP codes: Georgia Power Co., Jefferson Electric Member Corp., Planters Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Waynesboro?
In 2025, customers in Burke County averaged 2 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-26, when 1,868 customers (11.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.