What is the average electricity rate in De Soto, Georgia?

The average residential electricity rate in De Soto is approximately 16.32¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $153 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in De Soto?

Natural gas customers in De Soto pay an average of $59 per month. The rate is approximately $1.79/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves De Soto, Georgia?

Electricity in De Soto 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 De Soto?

De Soto 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 De Soto electricity rates compare to Georgia averages?

De Soto's electricity rate of 16.32¢/kWh is above the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in De Soto?

To start electric service in De Soto, 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.

De Soto, Georgia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in De Soto, Georgia

De Soto residents in Georgia receive electric service through Georgia Power and natural gas distribution from Atlanta Gas Light (AGL). Georgia's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified De Soto households.

Compared to the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh/kWh, De Soto's electricity rate of 16.32¢/kWh is 0.48¢ above the Georgia average. As Georgia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in De Soto

Georgia Power
Georgia EMC
Cobb EMC
Sawnee EMC

Natural Gas Utility in De Soto

Atlanta Gas Light (AGL)
Gas South
SCANA Energy

De Soto vs Georgia Energy Rates

Metric	De Soto	Georgia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.32¢	15.84¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.79	$1.77	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$153	$149	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$59	$58	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for De Soto Residents

As a Georgia city, De Soto 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 De Soto 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 De Soto, Georgia

The average residential electricity rate in De Soto is approximately 16.32¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $153 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in De Soto pay an average of $59 per month. The rate is approximately $1.79/therm per therm.
Electricity in De Soto is distributed by Georgia Power and Georgia EMC. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
De Soto 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.
De Soto's electricity rate of 16.32¢/kWh is above the Georgia state average of 15.84¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in De Soto, 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.