Electricity rates in Young Harris, GA
Young Harris (1,325 people, Towns County) is served by Blue Ridge Mountain EMC. Homes on Blue Ridge Mountain EMC pay about 15.21¢/kWh, 1% more than the Georgia average.
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Electric companies serving Young Harris
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Mountain EMC | Electric cooperative | 15.21¢ | $145 | 31K | 519 |
Power outages in Towns County right now
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Outage history in Towns County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 377 | 363 |
| Days with outages | 49 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,363 (25.8%) | 3,849 (29.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-04 | 2025-03-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (377 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cleveland 16.4¢
- Clayton 16.4¢
- Mountain City 16.4¢
- Blue Ridge 14.0¢
- Clarkesville 16.4¢
- Dahlonega 16.4¢
- McCaysville 13.3¢
- Demorest 16.4¢
- Cornelia 16.4¢
- Mount Airy 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 30582
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Young Harris?
Most homes in Young Harris get power from Blue Ridge Mountain EMC, where residential customers pay an average of 15.21¢/kWh including all charges. The Georgia average is 15.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Young Harris?
About $145 a month, based on 954 kWh a month (the average for Blue Ridge Mountain EMC customers) at 15.21¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Young Harris, GA?
Blue Ridge Mountain EMC serves Young Harris.
How often does the power go out in Young Harris?
In 2025, customers in Towns County averaged 6 hr 3 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-16, when 3,849 customers (29.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.