Paulding County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Georgia
Better than average — fewer or shorter outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2020 | 88 hrs | 29,999 (27%) | Tropical Storm Zeta |
| Dec 8, 2017 | 97 hrs | 27,364 (24%) | Winter Storm |
| Mar 16, 2025 | 47 hrs | 22,877 (20%) | Tornado |
| Jun 25, 2023 | 22 hrs | 10,995 (10%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 7, 2025 | 7 hrs | 9,074 (8%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Paulding County recorded 815 distinct power outage events, averaging 1.8 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Paulding County started October 29, 2020 (Tropical Storm Zeta), lasting 88 hours and leaving up to 29,999 customers without power (27% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Paulding County, with 101 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Paulding County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 73rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Georgia
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Paulding County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Walker County | B | 73rd |
| Spalding County | B | 73rd |
| Cobb County | B | 72nd |
| Douglas County | B | 71st |
| Early County | B | 74th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Paulding County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Paulding County recorded 815 outage events, averaging 1.8 hours each.
What is Paulding County's reliability grade?
Paulding County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 73rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Paulding County?
The worst outage on record started October 29, 2020 (Tropical Storm Zeta), lasting 88 hours and affecting up to 29,999 customers.