Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska Electric Profile
Residents of Fairbanks North Star Borough are paying, on average, 305.78% more per kilowatt hour used at home than the national average rate, at 55.25 cents per kilowatt hour compared to 13.62 cents per kilowatt hour.
With 396,247.36 megawatt hours generated from coal, Fairbanks North Star Borough ranks 1st in Alaska out of 29 counties for coal power electricity generation.
Fairbanks North Star Borough residents have an average residential monthly electricity expense of $208.87, which is 71.32% higher than the US average bill of $121.91.
Golden Valley Electric is the largest provider in Fairbanks North Star Borough when calculated by megawatt hours sold.
Fairbanks North Star Borough experienced a 2.54% decrease in CO2 emissions per capita in the last 12 months.
Residents of Fairbanks North Star Borough consume enough electricity to emit 6,280.24 kilograms of CO2 gases per year per person, compared to the state average of 3,679.15.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
783,276 MWh
Consumption per Capita
8.09 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
855,891 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
855,891 MWh
Production per Capita
8.84 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
608,234,660 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
6,280.24 kg
Fairbanks, AK Electric Overview
On average, Fairbanks's residential electricity price is 45.48 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 101.70% above Alaska's average rate of 22.55 cents and 234.05% more than the US average of 13.62 cents. More electricity is generated in Fairbanks than is consumed, with electricity production totaling 105.02% of total usage. Golden Valley Electric has 234 residential customers, which is more than any other vendor in the city.
Fairbanks’s electricity consumption results in CO2 emissions totaling 296,327,175.47 kilograms, which is 2nd highest in the state out of 355 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 3rd worst in the state for emissions per capita from electricity consumption. The city has 4 power producing plants, which is 4th highest in the state.
Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Fairbanks
Fairbanks residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electric Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Fairbanks, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G & K Inc | BUNDLED | 64.78 | 225.54 | 284.09 | 184,042.22 | |
| Golden Valley Electric | BUNDLED | 26.18 | 158.03 | 14,518 | 290,337 | 76,008,986 |
Zips with electric coverage in Fairbanks, Alaska include: 99709, 99705, 99701, 99712, 99703
Badger CDP, AK Electric Overview
Badger CDP's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 45.48 cents per kilowatt hour. Unfortunately for the citizens, this price is more than both the state and nationwide average rates of 22.55 and 13.62 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. Consumers in the city have an average monthly residential power bill of $191.79. This is 44.81% more than the state average of $132.44. Golden Valley Electric sells 12,089.82 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than all other suppliers.
On average, Badger CDP residents emit 3,679.15 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 66th highest polluting city out of 355 cities in the state based on emissions per capita. With total emissions of 69,576,489.98 kilograms, the city ranks 3rd worst in Alaska for total pollution from electricity consumption. There are no electricity generation plants in The city.
Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Badger CDP
Badger CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electric Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Badger CDP, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G & K Inc | BUNDLED | 64.78 | 225.54 | 284.09 | 184,042.22 | |
| Golden Valley Electric | BUNDLED | 26.18 | 158.03 | 290,337 | 76,008,986 |
College CDP, AK Electric Overview
College CDP's inhabitants pay an average residential electricity rate of 45.48 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 101.70% more than the average state rate of 22.55 cents and 234.05% more than the US average of 13.62. There are roughly 5.19 megawatt hours per citizen produced from the burning of coal in the city. The city's facilities use non-renewable fuel types for 100.00% of their electricity production, which is 66,064 megawatt hours.
Around 4,347.71 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 51st highest polluter in Alaska out of 355 cities. A total of 55,611,497.02 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted from the city a year. This is enough to rank 5th worst in Alaska for total pollution from electricity use. The city has the 16th highest electricity generation plant of any city in Alaska, with one total plant. This is the 83rd most power plants per capita in the state.
Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in College CDP
College CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electric Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in College CDP, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G & K Inc | BUNDLED | 64.78 | 225.54 | 284.09 | 184,042.22 | |
| Golden Valley Electric | BUNDLED | 26.18 | 158.03 | 290,337 | 76,008,986 |
Energy Production in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
Power Plants in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
North PoleGolden Valley Electric (100.00%) | North Pole | AK | Waste/other Oil | 448,785 | 280,902,146.34 | 625.92 | Yes | |
Aurora Energy LLC ChenaAurora Energy LLC (100.00%) | Fairbanks | AK | Coal | 188,212 | 230,701,597.02 | 1,225.75 | ||
Eielson AFB Central Heat & Power PlantU S Air Force-Eielson AFB (100.00%) | Fairbanks North Star Borough | AK | Coal | 73,064 | 33,916,653.27 | 464.2 | ||
Utility Plants SectionDoyon Utilities - Ft. Wainwright (100.00%) | Fairbanks | AK | Coal | 68,739 | 60,276,883.08 | 876.89 | ||
University of Alaska FairbanksUniversity of Alaska (100.00%) | College CDP | AK | Coal | 66,064 | 38,604,822.4 | 584.35 | ||
FairbanksGolden Valley Electric (100.00%) | Fairbanks | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 14,518 | 20,220,436.27 | 1,392.78 | ||
Battery Energy Storage SystemGolden Valley Electric (100.00%) | Fairbanks | AK | Batteries or other use of electricity as an energy source | -3,491 |
Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska Details
Fairbanks North Star Borough's power plants mainly use Coal, which makes up 396,247.36 megawatt hours (or 46.30%) of the fuel used for electricity production in the county. Waste/other Oil and Distillate Fuel Oil make up the next highest amounts at 42.91% (367,252.37 megawatt hours) and 11.20% (95,879.62 megawatt hours), respectively. There are 7 power generation plants in the county, which is the 10th most plants in a county in the state and translates to the 26th highest number of plants per resident in the state. Fairbanks North Star Borough’s electricity consumption results in CO2 pollution totaling 608,234,659.51 kilograms, which is the 539th most of any county in the country. This total also equates to a ranking of 955th worst in the nation for emissions per person.
Providers In Each City in Fairbanks North Star Borough:
- Fairbanks, Alaska:
- G & K Inc: 50.00%
- Golden Valley Electric: 50.00%
- North Pole, Alaska:
- Golden Valley Electric: 50.00%
- G & K Inc: 50.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
What electricity company is the largest supplier in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska?
By total megawatt hours sold, Golden Valley Electric is the largest electricity supplier in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska.
How many power plants are located within Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska?
There are 7 active electricity plants located in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
How many electric companies offer service in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska?
There are 2 electricity suppliers operating in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska.
Which electricity companies offer service in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden Valley Electric | 17,460 |
| 2 | G & K Inc | 127 |
