Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska Electricity Overview
Renewable electricity fuels account for 92.78%, or 49,263 megawatt hours, of Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area's total energy generation.
The 3,833 megawatt hours of electricity produced by non-renewable fuel sources ranks Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area at 18th in Alaska out of 30 counties in non-renewable power production.
The nationwide average residential price per kilowatt hour sits at 16.12 cents, while residents of Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area pay an average rate of 127.82% above the national average at 36.73 cents per kilowatt hour.
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area has seen a 2.98% drop during the course of the last 12 months in the usage of renewable fuels for electricity production.
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area produces 92.78% of its electricity from renewable fuels, or 8.37 megawatt hours per citizen per year.
During the preceding 12 months, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area had a 104.65% increase in CO2 emissions per capita.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
48,569 MWh
Consumption per Capita
8.25 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
53,096 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
49,263 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
3,833 MWh
Production per Capita
9.02 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
2,955,896 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
502.19 kg
Recent Electricity Rates and Production Changes in Metlakatla CDP
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Metlakatla CDP Electricity Pricing Data
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Rate for April, 2024
13.98¢ per kWh
- 0.7% higher than last month
- 6.43% higher than April last year
- 43.81% lower than the Alaska average
- 17.31% lower than the US average
- 6th in the state out of 254 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank is the same since April last year
- 9,785th in the US out of 31,696 cities
- The national rank has increased by 838 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 980 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Rate
13.72¢ per kWh
- 0.52% higher than last month
- 4.96% higher than April last year
- 43.66% lower than the Alaska average
- 14.88% lower than the US average
- 6th in the state out of 254 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank is the same since April last year
- 10,388th in the US out of 31,696 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 119 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 1,518 since April last year
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Bill for April, 2024
$137.41 per month
- 13.73% lower than last month
- 3.69% higher than April last year
- 1.02% higher than the Alaska average
- 21.87% higher than the US average
- 50th in the state out of 254 cities
- The state rank has increased by 61 since last month
- The state rank has increased by 31 since April last year
- 27,839th in the US out of 31,696 cities
- The national rank has increased by 1,274 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 1,590 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Bill
$142.1 per month
- 0.29% higher than last month
- 4.96% higher than April last year
- 1.27% higher than the Alaska average
- 4.42% higher than the US average
- 60th in the state out of 254 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 1 since April last year
- 18,684th in the US out of 31,696 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 284 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 3,717 since April last year
Metlakatla CDP, AK Electricity Overview
On average, Metlakatla CDP's residential electricity rate is 13.72 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 14.88% less than the average nationwide electricity rate of 16.12 cents. Metlakatla CDP produces 40.29% of the electricity needed in the city and must import power from neighboring cities and counties or rural area power plants. Metlakatla Power & Light sells an estimated 191.64 megawatt hours in the city each year, which is more than all other electricity providers.
Metlakatla CDP's top fuel source consumed for electricity production is Conventional Hydroelectric. The city produces 4,521 megawatt hours from this fuel source. Electricity use in the city results in the release of 3,754,160.45 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 81st highest in Alaska out of 359 cities. More telling of the city's emissions reality is the per citizen CO2 emission amount. Currently that amount stands at 2,598.03 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in them being the 324th highest polluting city in Alaska when calculating by CO2 emissions per capita. Metlakatla CDP has the 11th most electricity generation plants of any city in the state, with 2 total plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Metlakatla CDP
Metlakatla CDP residential electric rates are highest in July and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Metlakatla CDP, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metlakatla Power & Light | BUNDLED | 13.69 | 142.11 | 4,804 | 8,351.59 | 1,143,122.08 |
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Craig, AK Electricity Overview
On average, Craig's residential electricity rate is 37.61 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 133.26% above the average US price of 16.12 cents. Citizens of Craig use 60.01% less megawatt hours than is generated in the city. Alaska Power and Telephone sells an estimated 132.34 megawatt hours in the city each year, which is more than all other electricity providers.
Craig's top fuel source consumed for electricity production is Conventional Hydroelectric. The city produces 20,403 megawatt hours from this fuel source. Electricity use in the city results in the release of 722,264.73 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 200th highest in Alaska out of 359 cities. More telling of the city's emissions reality is the per citizen CO2 emission amount. Currently that amount stands at 655.41 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in them being the 327th highest polluting city in Alaska when calculating by CO2 emissions per capita. Craig has the 5th most electricity generation plants of any city in the state, with 3 total plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Craig
Craig residential electric rates are highest in December and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Craig, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Power and Telephone | BUNDLED | 37.71 | 151.24 | 22,741 | 27,445.55 | 10,348,769 |
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Klawock, AK Electricity Overview
On average, Klawock's residential electricity rate is 37.61 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 133.26% above the average US price of 16.12 cents. Klawock citizens use 548.06% of the electricity generated within the city boundaries and the city must use megawatt hours generated in rural areas or other nearby cities to make up for the excess usage. Alaska Power and Telephone is the largest electricity provider in the city based on residential customer count.
Klawock's top fuel source consumed for electricity production is Distillate Fuel Oil. The city produces 1,212 megawatt hours from this fuel source. Electricity use in the city results in the release of 3,481,660.66 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 86th highest in Alaska out of 359 cities. More telling of the city's emissions reality is the per citizen CO2 emission amount. Currently that amount stands at 4,325.04 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in them being the 49th highest polluting city in Alaska when calculating by CO2 emissions per capita. Klawock has the 15th highest number of electricity generation plants of any city in the state, with one total power plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Klawock
Klawock residential electric rates are highest in December and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Klawock, Alaska
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Power and Telephone | BUNDLED | 37.71 | 151.24 | 1,212 | 27,445.55 | 10,348,769 |
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Electricity Production in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska
Power Plants in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Bear LakeAlaska Power and Telephone (100.00%) | Craig | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 20,403 | ||||
Purple LakeMetlakatla Power & Light (100.00%) | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 12,485 | ||||
| Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 6,417 | |||||
South ForkAlaska Power and Telephone (100.00%) | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 5,437 | ||||
Chester LakeMetlakatla Power & Light (100.00%) | Metlakatla CDP | AK | Conventional Hydroelectric | 4,521 | ||||
Craig (AK)Alaska Power and Telephone (100.00%) | Craig | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 1,825 | 1,387,722.76 | 760.4 | ||
Klawock Power Generation StationAlaska Power and Telephone (100.00%) | Klawock | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 1,212 | 942,928.42 | 777.99 | ||
False IslandAlaska Power and Telephone (100.00%) | Craig | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 513 | 418,568.95 | 815.92 | ||
CentennialMetlakatla Power & Light (100.00%) | Metlakatla CDP | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 283 | 425,829.08 | 1,504.7 | ||
| Hydaburg | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 18,224.42 | |||||
Thorne Bay PlantAlaska Power and Telephone (100.00%) | Thorne Bay | AK | Distillate Fuel Oil | 38,152.74 |
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska Details
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area's top fuel source consumed for electricity production is Conventional Hydroelectric. The county produces 49,263 megawatt hours from this fuel source. Electricity use in the county results in the release of 2,955,896.36 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is 2849th largest amount in the country out of 3230 counties and 24th highest in Alaska out of 30 counties. More telling of the county's pollution reality is the per person CO2 emission amount. That amount stands at 502.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in the county being the 2819th ranked county in the nation for CO2 pollution emitted per capita. Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is home to 11 electricity producing plants, which is highest in the state.
Providers In Each City in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area:
- Coffman Cove, Alaska:
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 100.00%
- Craig, Alaska:
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 100.00%
- Hydaburg, Alaska:
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 100.00%
- Kasaan, Alaska:
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 100.00%
- Klawock, Alaska:
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 100.00%
- Thorne Bay, Alaska:
- Alaska Power and Telephone: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
How many power plants are located within Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska?
There are 11 power plants located in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska
Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska?
By total megawatt hours sold, Alaska Power and Telephone is the largest electricity supplier in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska.
How many electric companies offer service in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska?
There are 2 electricity providers offering service in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska.
Which electricity companies offer service in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska Power and Telephone | 7,344 |
| 2 | Metlakatla Power & Light | 897 |
