Average Utility Costs in Roswell, GA

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

Average monthly utility costs in Roswell, GA are about $218.63, 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.

Roswell 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.
  • Roswell is a split-utility city: the city handles sanitation and limited-area water service, while Fulton County handles sewer for all addresses and also supplies water to many neighborhoods.
  • Trash adds about $29.72/month in this model, which makes the page more useful for all-in household budgeting than electricity alone.
  • 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

$218.63

Estimated average monthly utilities in Roswell are ~$218.63 (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal assumptions). Average water bill estimate: ~$38.35/mo at 5,000 gallons.

Data freshness: last verified 2026-03-20
  • Electric $94.41 (43%)
  • Water $38.35 (18%)
  • Sewer $56.15 (26%)
  • Trash $29.72 (14%)

Utilities here are in line with the Georgia city average.

  • City-provided trash is billed at a monthly fee ($29.72 in our estimate).

Water

Confirmed
Provider
City of Roswell Utilities
Base charge
$10.35/mo
Volumetric rate
$5.60/1,000 gal
Assumed usage
5,000 gal
Estimated monthly
$38.35
roswellgov.com· 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
$29.72

Standard residential sanitation service with one 96-gallon garbage container is $29.72/month. Premium two-cart service is $59.44/month.

roswellgov.com· verified 2026-03-20

Total estimated monthly utilities

$218.63

What changes your bill most?

  • Electric is about 43% of your estimated utilities here.
  • Every 100 kWh changes your total by about $8.06.
  • Water increases by about $5.60 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 Roswell →

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
Roswell (this)$218.63
Atlanta$251.56
Sandy Springs$248.24
Alpharetta$210.51
Johns Creek$208.76

More in Georgia

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FAQ

This page uses the local electric benchmark so readers can compare Roswell 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 Roswell does not have one single utility setup for every home. The city provides sanitation and some city water service, but Fulton County handles sewer countywide and also supplies water to many addresses, so provider mix can change by neighborhood.
In Roswell, 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 - Water Rates (2026 wastewater rates) at the assumed 5,000 gallons per month. Your bill will vary with actual usage.
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 Roswell with another city side-by-side, or see how we calculate estimates.