Utility rates in Atlanta vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Atlanta
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Atlanta heats its homes
38% natural gas · 59% electricity · 3% other fuels
Electric rates in Atlanta
Residential rates range from 12.0¢ to 14.6¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of College Park - (GA), City of East Point - (GA), Cobb Electric Membership Corp, Coweta-Fayette El Member Corp, Georgia Power Co, GreyStone Power Corporation, Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation, Snapping Shoals El Member Corp, Walton Electric Member Corp.
This is 20% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Note: Georgia has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Atlanta
Atlanta has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 9 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 12 providers
Sewer 10 providers
Trash & Recycling 3 providers
Internet 16 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Atlanta, GA
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: April 2026.