What is the average electricity rate in Columbus, Georgia?

The average residential electricity rate in Columbus is approximately 14.62¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $143 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Columbus?

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

Which electric company serves Columbus, Georgia?

Electricity in Columbus is distributed by Georgia Power Co and Flint Electric Membership Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Columbus?

Columbus 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 Columbus electricity rates compare to Georgia averages?

Columbus's electricity rate of 14.62¢/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 Columbus?

To start electric service in Columbus, contact Georgia Power Co and Flint Electric Membership Corp. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Columbus, Georgia

Columbus is served by Georgia Power Co and Flint Electric Membership Corp. Utilities covering Muscogee County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.62¢/kWh — below the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $143. Natural gas in Columbus is distributed by Atlanta Gas Light (AGL).

Compared to the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh/kWh, Columbus's electricity rate of 14.62¢/kWh is 1.22¢ below the Georgia average. As Georgia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Columbus

Georgia Power Co
Flint Electric Membership Corp
Diverse Power Incorporated

Natural Gas Utility in Columbus

Atlanta Gas Light (AGL)
Gas South

Columbus vs Georgia Energy Rates

Metric	Columbus	Georgia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.62¢	15.84¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.77	$1.77	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$143	$149	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$58	$58	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Columbus Residents

As a Georgia city, Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus, Georgia

The average residential electricity rate in Columbus is approximately 14.62¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $143 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Columbus pay an average of $58 per month. The rate is approximately $1.77/therm per therm.
Electricity in Columbus is distributed by Georgia Power Co and Flint Electric Membership Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Columbus 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.
Columbus's electricity rate of 14.62¢/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 Columbus, contact Georgia Power Co and Flint Electric Membership Corp. 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.