Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska Electricity Overview

Matanuska-Susitna Borough has seen a 19.24% rise in the use of renewable fuel types for electricity production throughout the previous 12 months.

Matanuska-Susitna Borough is ranked 18th out of 30 for worst polluting county in the state when considering emissions per capita. The county emits 3,194.16 kilograms per capita per year of CO2 gases.

Matanuska Electric Association is the largest electricity supplier in Matanuska-Susitna Borough when calculated by megawatt hours sold.

Matanuska-Susitna Borough's average residential electricity rate is 36.62 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 128.64% more than the US average rate of 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour.

Matanuska-Susitna Borough had a 19.24% increase in hydroelectric power production within the previous year.

Matanuska-Susitna Borough uses 455.58% more megawatt hours than it produces.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    927,451 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    8.18 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    166,934 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    166,934 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    1.47 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    361,978,482 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,194.16 kg

Knik-Fairview CDP, AK Electricity Overview

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Knik-Fairview CDP averages a residential electricity rate of 30.00 cents per kilowatt hour. Sadly, this is 25.54% more than the state's average price of 23.89 cents, which ranks the city 13th best average for electricity price out of 359 cities in the state. The average residential power bill for a resident in the city is $142.88 per month. Matanuska Electric Association sells an estimated 15,969.5 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other suppliers.

Knik-Fairview CDP residents average 3,895.28 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 71,213,569.4 kilograms, the city ranks 4th highest in Alaska for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. Within Knik-Fairview CDP, there are no power facilities. The citizens must depend on power imported from outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Knik-Fairview CDP

Knik-Fairview CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.337/kWh$0.240/kWh$187.79/mo.$100.72/mo.
13th30.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Knik-Fairview CDP
14th$142.88Average residential monthly electricity bill for Knik-Fairview CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Knik-Fairview CDP, Alaska

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alaska Power and TelephoneBUNDLED37.49150.4327,355.9310,256,119
Matanuska Electric AssociationBUNDLED22.14133.69457,649.28101,301,013

Tanaina CDP, AK Electricity Overview

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Tanaina CDP averages a residential electricity rate of 30.32 cents per kilowatt hour. Sadly, this is 26.89% more than the state's average price of 23.89 cents, which ranks the city 16th best average for electricity price out of 359 cities in the state. The average residential power bill for a resident in the city is $143.28 per month. Matanuska Electric Association sells an estimated 6,639.96 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other suppliers.

Tanaina CDP residents average 3,895.28 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 40,175,952.02 kilograms, the city ranks 6th highest in Alaska for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. Within Tanaina CDP, there are no power facilities. The citizens must depend on power imported from outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Tanaina CDP

Tanaina CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.342/kWh$0.241/kWh$188.49/mo.$100.43/mo.
16th30.32¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Tanaina CDP
19th$143.28Average residential monthly electricity bill for Tanaina CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Tanaina CDP, Alaska

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alaska Power and TelephoneBUNDLED37.49150.4327,355.9310,256,119
Matanuska Electric AssociationBUNDLED22.14133.69457,649.28101,301,013

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North Lakes CDP, AK Electricity Overview

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North Lakes CDP averages a residential electricity rate of 30.32 cents per kilowatt hour. Sadly, this is 26.89% more than the state's average price of 23.89 cents, which ranks the city 16th best average for electricity price out of 359 cities in the state. The average residential power bill for a resident in the city is $143.28 per month. Matanuska Electric Association sells an estimated 3,706.02 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other suppliers.

North Lakes CDP residents average 3,895.28 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 38,723,011.35 kilograms, the city ranks 7th highest in Alaska for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. Within North Lakes CDP, there are no power facilities. The citizens must depend on power imported from outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in North Lakes CDP

North Lakes CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.342/kWh$0.241/kWh$188.49/mo.$100.43/mo.
16th30.32¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of North Lakes CDP
19th$143.28Average residential monthly electricity bill for North Lakes CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in North Lakes CDP, Alaska

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alaska Power and TelephoneBUNDLED37.49150.4327,355.9310,256,119
Matanuska Electric AssociationBUNDLED22.14133.69457,649.28101,301,013

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Electricity Production in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska

Power Plants in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Knik River CDP AK Conventional Hydroelectric 166,934

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Matanuska-Susitna Borough residents average 3,194.16 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity consumption, which is sufficient to rank them 18th highest in the state out of 30 in this category. With total emissions of 361,978,482.26 kilograms, the county ranks 786th highest in the United States for total pollution from electricity use. The county has one power generation plant in the county. Matanuska-Susitna Borough's primary fuel is Conventional Hydroelectric, with 100.00% of electricity generation coming from the fuel type.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
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Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska Net Metering

There are 2 companies in Matanuska-Susitna Borough providing electricity. Of those 2, only one of them offers some type of net metering option for their customers, which makes solar panels and alternative electric sources more economically viable. The state has heavily restricted net metering and feed in tariffs that make solar and other alternative types of electricity generation more realistic.

Energy Loss

The single company in Matanuska-Susitna Borough who reports energy loss metrics reported an annual loss of 6.80%. The US average is 2.87%, resulting in Matanuska-Susitna Borough having a rank of 2678th best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska

Providers In Each City in Matanuska-Susitna Borough:

  • Houston, Alaska:
    • Alaska Power and Telephone: 50.00%
    • Matanuska Electric Association: 50.00%
  • Palmer, Alaska:
    • Alaska Power and Telephone: 50.00%
    • Matanuska Electric Association: 50.00%
  • Wasilla, Alaska:
    • Matanuska Electric Association: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska?

The largest electricity company in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska by total customer count is Matanuska Electric Association.

How many electric companies offer service in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska?

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska is home to 2 electricity companies operating in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Matanuska Electric Association64,176
2Alaska Power and Telephone337

How many power plants are located within Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska?

There is one electricity plant located in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska

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Last Reviewed By: King Manalo
Published: 2023-12-06