WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Decatur
Georgia
Georgia
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Decatur
January
$231highestFebruary
$164March
$128April
$128May
$139June
$151July
$162August
$154September
$142October
$136November
$127lowestDecember
$161Carbon Emissions
845 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,120 kWh
Decatur's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 36% of Decatur's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 35%. Coal provides 21% of the energy in Decatur. Solar provides 6% of the energy in Decatur. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Decatur.
36%
Nuclear
35%
Natural Gas
21%
Coal
6%
Solar
2%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
706 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$18,922
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
11 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Decatur can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | 50% of cost up to $500 | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | Single Family: 50% of cost up to $75 / Multifamily: 50% of cost up to $38 | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
Georgia Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Time Of Use – Residential Demand | TOU | 6¢ to 1221¢ |
| Time Of Use - Residential Energy Only | TOU | 13¢ to 42¢ |
| Time Of Use – Overnight Advantage | TOU | 6¢ to 42¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE | Fixed | 14¢ to 22¢ |
| Pre-pay Service | Fixed | 14¢ to 19¢ |
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