Where to Pay Your Atmos Energy Bill In-Person Near You

Atmos Energy provides natural gas service to over 3 million residential and business customers across 8 states. While paying your Atmos bill online is quick and easy you may sometimes need or prefer to pay your gas bill in person. Atmos offers many options for in-person bill payment at authorized pay stations and local offices.

This article outlines the various locations where Atmos Energy customers can pay their gas bill with cash, check, or credit/debit card

Paying at Atmos Local Offices

One way to pay your Atmos Energy bill in person is to visit one of their local customer service offices. Atmos has over 100 local offices located throughout their service territory in:

• Texas
• Louisiana
• Mississippi
• Oklahoma
• Kansas
• Colorado
• Wyoming
• Virginia

To find the Atmos office nearest you:

1. Go to the Atmos office locator page at https://www.atmosenergy.com/customer-service/local-offices

2. Enter your zip code.

3. The page will display a list and map of the closest Atmos offices in your area.

Most Atmos Energy local offices are open Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. When you go to pay your bill, be sure to bring:

• Your printed paper bill to reference your account number
• Cash, check, money order or card for payment

Atmos accepts multiple payment types at their local offices for added convenience. Paying at an Atmos office ensures your payment will be credited to your account quickly.

Paying at Authorized Payment Centers

In addition to Atmos offices, you can pay your Atmos Energy gas bill at thousands of authorized third-party payment centers. These are usually located inside grocery stores, check cashing locations, banks, and other retailers that partner with Atmos.

To find pay stations near you:

1. Visit https://www.atmosenergy.com/accountcenter/paymentcenter/outsideAC.html

2. Enter your street address, city, state, and zip code.

3. Select the search distance radius around your location.

4. Click “Search” to display Atmos bill pay locations close by.

You can call ahead to confirm the payment center has an Atmos pay station and accepts the form of payment you plan to use. Most add a small processing fee of $1-$3 for the convenience.

Once at the payment center, provide your Atmos account number and service address. The cashier will be able to accept your gas bill payment and provide a receipt.

Paying Your Atmos Bill at Walmart

An additional option is to pay your Atmos Energy bill at any Walmart store located in one of their service areas.

Walmart offers Atmos bill pay as a customer service at the customer service desk, money services counter, or register. Pay with cash, check, debit/credit card, or money order. No extra fees apply.

Before going, call your local Walmart to verify they process Atmos payments. Then bring your current Atmos bill with your account number. The store can pull up your account and process a payment on the spot 7 days a week.

Paying Online or By Phone

While in-person bill pay provides convenience, Atmos also offers options to pay 24/7 without leaving home:

• Online – Pay through your Atmos account anytime at www.atmosenergy.com. Have your bank details ready.

• Phone – Call 1-888-286-6700 to pay via Atmos’ automated phone system.

These methods allow you to pay immediately from anywhere without needing to travel to an office or authorized pay station.

Avoid Late Fees and Disconnection

No matter how you choose to pay your Atmos Energy bill, be sure to do so by the due date printed on your monthly statement. Atmos charges late fees starting at 10% if paid after the due date.

Accounts past due 21+ days risk disconnection. A $40 reconnection fee applies if service is interrupted. Avoid extra fees and potential shut-off by paying on time every month using one of the payment options outlined.

Payment Assistance For Struggling Customers

If you are having trouble paying your Atmos bill, assistance programs exist, including:

• Payment plans – Set up installments on past due balances.

• CARE Program – Provides up to $150 in emergency gas bill aid for seniors/families once yearly.

• SHARE Program – Uses donations to help Texans with past due Atmos bills.

Contact Atmos immediately if you anticipate issues paying on time so you can take advantage of bill assistance and prevent disruption to your gas service. Consistent access to natural gas is crucial for every household.

Tips For Atmos Bill Pay

• Provide updated contact info to get shutoff notices.

• Enroll in budget billing to spread costs out evenly.

• Check for leaks and inefficient appliances increasing usage.

• Improve insulation to lower consumption and bills.

• Set bill reminders so your payment is not late.

• Review billing disputes carefully before contesting charges.

Paying your Atmos Energy bill on time does take some planning. Use this guide to locate an authorized in-person bill pay location near you. Or consider the convenience of online, phone, or automatic payments. Just be sure to pay the amount due by the due date each month to avoid penalties from Atmos. Reach out immediately if you anticipate payment issues so your gas service stays connected.