New Rate Structure - Effective November 1, 2025
Central Georgia EMC is a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative committed to providing safe, reliable electricity at the lowest possible cost. For over a decade, we have maintained steady residential energy rates, a notable achievement amid rising costs.
To continue delivering reliable service amid increasing costs, CGEMC engaged independent consulting firm GDS Associates, Inc. to conduct a comprehensive cost-of-service study. Based on the results and staff recommendations, the Board of Directors approved rate adjustments designed to reflect updated cost data and system needs. These changes will take effect November 1, 2025. The most significant driver of this change is the rising cost of wholesale power, which makes up the largest portion of every member’s bill. Contributing factors include increased material costs, reductions in market energy availability, higher interest rates, increases in winter power costs, and mandatory increases in reserve requirements. CGEMC also continues to invest in system reliability by replacing aging equipment, clearing rights-of-way, and upgrading technology to improve outage response and meet growing energy needs.
We understand rate changes can be concerning; that is why we have designed these updates to minimize the impact on your monthly bill wherever possible. The tables below outline the key changes. To find your specific rate, check the top of your billing statement. Most members fall under Rate 1 (Residential), Rate 2 (Small Commercial–Non-Demand), or Rate 3 (Large Commercial–Demand).
The tables below show the comparison of the previous rate structure to the revised rate structure. To find your specific rate, check the top of your billing statement. Most members fall under Rate 1 (Residential), Rate 2 (Small Commercial–Non-Demand), or Rate 3 (Large Commercial–Demand).
Rate 1 and Rate 2 members can also use our Bill Estimation Calculator at the bottom of the page!
Have questions? Our Customer Service Representatives are ready to help at 770-775-7857.
Rate Schedules
The table below illustrates the updated Rate 1 (Residential) structure, which includes a lower Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment (WPCA). The WPCA is a monthly charge or credit that reflects changes in the cost of purchasing electricity from our wholesale power suppliers. Beginning November 1, 2025, Rate 1 (Residential) will move from seasonal, two-tier pricing to one simple price year-round: $0.09610 per kilowatt-hour (kWh). The WPCA will decrease from the current rate of $0.01590 to a lower rate of $0.00500. The monthly base fee remains the same.
For members billed under Rate 2 (Small Commercial–Non-Demand) rate, the chart below compares the previous rate structure to the updated rate structure. Beginning November 1, 2025, all kilowatt-hours for Rate 2 (Small Commercial–Non-Demand) will be billed at a single rate of $0.10260 per kWh. The WPCA will decrease from the current rate of $0.01590 to a lower rate of $0.00500. The service charge will increase by $7.
Beginning November 1, 2025, Rate 3 (Large Commercial–Demand) will move to a restructured rate design that adjusts how energy (kWh) and demand (kW) charges are applied. The WPCA will decrease from the current rate of $0.01590 to a lower rate of $0.00500.
Outdoor Lighting Changes:
- Residential style outdoor lights will increase $1.00 per fixture per month
- Subdivision style lights will increase $2.00 per fixture per month
- Commercial/Industrial style lights will increase $4.00 per fixture per month.
There is no change to the pole fee associated with lighting.
Flexible Tools and Programs
We know rate increases are never welcome, but we remain committed to helping members manage their bills with flexible tools and programs:
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Levelized Billing Plan: CGEMC’s Levelized Billing Plan is available to qualifying Residential rate members. It spreads energy costs more evenly throughout the year. Instead of seasonal spikes in summer or winter, the monthly charge is based on a 12-month rolling average (the current month’s use plus the previous 11 months). Monthly amounts may adjust slightly as energy use fluctuates.
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Flexible Billing Cycle: Need your billing due date to better fit your schedule? Our customer service team can make that adjustment.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as Central Georgia EMC remains committed to balancing affordability with reliability, ensuring that every decision benefits the members and communities we serve. If the rate on your billing statement is not listed above, or if you have any questions or concerns, our customer service team is ready to assist at 770-775-7857.