What is the average electricity rate in Buford, Georgia?

The average residential electricity rate in Buford is approximately 15.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Buford?

Natural gas customers in Buford pay an average of $58 per month. The rate is approximately $1.77/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Buford, Georgia?

Electricity in Buford is distributed by Georgia Power and Georgia EMC. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Buford?

Buford natural gas service is provided by Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) and Gas South. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Buford electricity rates compare to Georgia averages?

Buford's electricity rate of 15.36¢/kWh is below the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Buford?

To start electric service in Buford, contact Georgia Power and Georgia EMC. For gas service, contact Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) and Gas South. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Buford, Georgia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

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Electricity Rate

15.36¢/kWh

0.48¢ below the Georgia average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.77/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$145

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$58

per month

Gas & Electricity in Buford, Georgia

Buford is a community in Georgia served by Georgia Power for electric and Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Georgia's statewide energy market and the region's hot humid summers, mild winters climate.

Compared to the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh/kWh, Buford's electricity rate of 15.36¢/kWh is 0.48¢ below the Georgia average. As Georgia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Buford

Georgia Power
Georgia EMC
Cobb EMC
Sawnee EMC

Natural Gas Utility in Buford

Atlanta Gas Light (AGL)
Gas South
SCANA Energy

Buford vs Georgia Energy Rates

Metric	Buford	Georgia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.36¢	15.84¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.77	$1.77	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$145	$149	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$58	$58	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Buford Residents

As a Georgia city, Buford residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Georgia LIHEAP
✅ Weatherization Assistance Program
✅ Georgia Power's Low Income Energy Assistance Fund
✅ Natural Gas Consumer Assistance

Energy-Saving Tips for Buford Residents

✓ Run your AC on a "dry" mode or use a standalone dehumidifier — moisture makes heat feel worse.
✓ Clean or replace AC filters monthly during summer to maintain airflow and efficiency.
✓ Consider a mini-split heat pump — it's highly efficient for both cooling and mild-winter heating.
✓ Install Energy Star certified windows to reduce solar heat gain.
✓ Use exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens to remove humidity at the source.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Buford, Georgia

The average residential electricity rate in Buford is approximately 15.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Buford pay an average of $58 per month. The rate is approximately $1.77/therm per therm.
Electricity in Buford is distributed by Georgia Power and Georgia EMC. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Buford natural gas service is provided by Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) and Gas South. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Buford's electricity rate of 15.36¢/kWh is below the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Buford, contact Georgia Power and Georgia EMC. For gas service, contact Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) and Gas South. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.