Average Utility Costs in Johns Creek, GA

Estimated monthly utility costs (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal)

Average monthly utility costs in Johns Creek, GA are about $208.76, based on 1,000 kWh of electricity and 5,000 gallons of water. This estimate combines Georgia Power Company with the local water, wastewater, and trash setup that residents actually budget around.

Johns Creek quick take

  • Electric service here is benchmarked from Georgia Power Company, which fits Georgia's assigned-utility structure rather than a retail electricity shopping market.
  • Fulton County water and wastewater charges are a major part of the all-in bill here, with sewer estimated at about $56.15/month in this comparison.
  • Trash is not one fixed city fee in Johns Creek. Residents choose among registered private haulers, so this page uses the city's posted WM base rate as a benchmark rather than pretending every home pays the same amount.
  • Across metro Atlanta, local water, wastewater, and trash rules can change the real monthly household total more than many residents expect.

Total estimated monthly utilities

$208.76

Estimated average monthly utilities in Johns Creek are ~$208.76 (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal assumptions). Average water bill estimate: ~$34.95/mo at 5,000 gallons.

Data freshness: last verified 2026-03-20
  • Electric $94.41 (45%)
  • Water $34.95 (17%)
  • Sewer $56.15 (27%)
  • Trash $23.25 (11%)

Utilities here are about 5% lower than the Georgia city average, driven mainly by electric rates.

  • In Georgia, cooling demand often makes electric the largest share of the bill.
  • Trash is provided by private haulers; residents choose their own. Our estimate reflects typical rates for the area—contact haulers for exact pricing.

Water

Confirmed
Provider
Fulton County Water Services
Base charge
$11.25/mo
Volumetric rate
$4.74/1,000 gal
Assumed usage
5,000 gal
Estimated monthly
$34.95
fultoncountyga.gov· verified 2026-03-20

Sewer

Confirmed
Method
tiered
Estimated monthly
$56.15

Tiered structure simplified to a representative monthly estimate at assumed usage.

fultoncountyga.gov· verified 2026-03-20

Trash

Confirmed
Monthly fee
$23.25

Johns Creek does not set one citywide trash price. The city posts submitted base rates from registered haulers. This benchmark uses WM's posted residential rate of $23.25/month for weekly curbside trash, recycling, yard trimmings, and monthly bulk collection.

johnscreekga.gov· verified 2026-03-20

Total estimated monthly utilities

$208.76

What changes your bill most?

  • Electric is about 45% of your estimated utilities here.
  • Every 100 kWh changes your total by about $8.06.
  • Water increases by about $4.74 per additional 1,000 gallons.

Why we don't cover internet

Internet service varies widely—many providers, different plans, introductory offers, and bundles make it hard to compare apples to apples. We focus on electric, water, sewer, and trash where rates are more standardized, but we do offer a tool to help you compare internet service providers in your area.

Check available internet service providers in Johns Creek →

Assumptions

  • Electric: 1000 kWh/month
  • Water: 5,000 gallons/month

What these labels mean

  • Confirmed — From this area's rate schedule.
  • Benchmark — From an official typical (e.g. state commission 1,000 kWh); not city-specific.
  • Delivery only — Regulated delivery charges only (e.g. Texas); supply varies by plan.
  • Estimated — From other or incomplete sources; use as a rough guide.
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Nearby Cities Utility Costs

Other cities in Fulton County. Click a city for full breakdowns.

CityEst. total/mo
Johns Creek (this)$208.76
Atlanta$251.56
Sandy Springs$248.24
Roswell$218.63
Alpharetta$210.51

More in Georgia

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FAQ

This page uses the local electric benchmark so readers can compare Johns Creek with other Georgia cities on the same 1,000-kWh basis. Real bills can still vary with season, riders, and the exact utility territory tied to the address.
Because Johns Creek posts a list of registered private haulers and the rates they submit, but the city does not set one universal residential trash fee. Using the posted WM rate gives readers a realistic benchmark while still making clear that exact pricing depends on the hauler and any added fees.
In Johns Creek, sewer is billed in tiers based on usage, so the rate per gallon changes with volume. Our estimate uses the rate structure from Fulton County Water Services - Wastewater Rates (2026) at the assumed 5,000 gallons per month. Your bill will vary with actual usage.
Trash in Johns Creek is provided by the city as part of municipal utilities and is billed at a monthly fee. Rates and services are set by the local government; our estimate uses the fee from City of Johns Creek - Garbage & Recycling (registered hauler rate list).
We use base charges and per-unit rates from official provider pages. Electric = base + (rate × assumed kWh). Water = base + (rate per 1,000 gal × assumed gallons / 1,000). Sewer is either a flat fee or a percentage of water. Trash is a fixed monthly fee. See the Methodology page for full formulas.
Actual bills depend on your usage, seasonal rates, taxes, fees, and provider-specific rules. Our estimates use fixed assumed usage (e.g., 1,000 kWh, 5,000 gal) for comparison. Your home may use more or less.
Each component shows a 'last verified' date. We aim to update from official sources periodically; always confirm current rates on the provider's site before making decisions.

Learn more

For tips on understanding your bill, comparing cities, and how electric and utility rates work by state, see our blog. Compare Johns Creek with another city side-by-side, or see how we calculate estimates.