Cherokee County, Alabama Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Cherokee County, Alabama Electricity Overview

Residents in the county experience an average of 1.03 electrical outages per year, with outages lasting an average of 122.1 minutes.

Over the past 12 months, Cherokee County experienced a 16.36% rise in CO2 emissions per capita.

Cherokee County is ranked as the 1404th largest consumer of electricity out of 3221 counties in the United States with over 400,000 megawatt hours being consumed by citizens who live there.

Cherokee County ranks 148th highest county in the country out of 3221 counties in hydroelectric power generation, generating 276,815 megawatt hours a year from hydroelectric facilities.

In the past year, Cherokee County has had a 5.01% drop in the use of renewable fuels for electricity production.

On average, Cherokee County citizens are responsible for 2,180.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, making them the 62nd worst polluting county based on per capita emissions.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    430,513 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    17.24 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    276,815 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    276,815 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    11.08 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    54,462,609 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    2,180.69 kg

Centre, AL Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 13.78 cents per kilowatt hour for Centre. This is 5.23% lower than Alabama's average price of 14.54 cents. The largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Cherokee Electric Cooperative.

Centre is the 148th highest ranked city in the state out of 593 when it comes to total pollution due to electricity consumption, with the city emitting 21,360,256.48 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This total equates to 6,108.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, so the city ranks 6th worst in Alabama for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. Within Centre, there are no power plants. The city must rely on power generated outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Centre

Centre residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.138/kWh$0.133/kWh$159.87/mo.$144.30/mo.
157th13.78¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Centre
158th$154.06Average residential monthly electricity bill for Centre Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Centre, Alabama

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Cherokee Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.78154.06244,10033,633,000

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Collinsville, AL Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 11.75 cents per kilowatt hour for Collinsville. This is 19.20% lower than Alabama's average price of 14.54 cents. Consumers in Collinsville deal with 1.03 power outages per year with outages lasting an average of 122.1 minutes. Residents in the city pay an average monthly residential electricity bill of $134.96. This is 1.81% below the nationwide average of $137.45.

Collinsville is the 225th highest ranked city in the state out of 593 when it comes to total pollution due to electricity consumption, with the city emitting 12,485,091.29 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This total equates to 6,108.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, so the city ranks 203rd worst in Alabama for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. Within Collinsville, there are no power plants. The city must rely on power generated outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Collinsville

Collinsville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.172/kWh$0.080/kWh$253.46/mo.$80.86/mo.
42nd11.75¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Collinsville
31st$134.96Average residential monthly electricity bill for Collinsville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Collinsville, Alabama

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alabama PowerBUNDLED15.72178.5817,936,5402,818,901,000
Cherokee Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.78154.06244,10033,633,000
Sand Mountain Electric CooperativeBUNDLED11.67134.2362,44042,311,000

Cedar Bluff, AL Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 14.75 cents per kilowatt hour for Cedar Bluff. This is 1.44% higher than Alabama's average price of 14.54 cents. Consumers in Cedar Bluff deal with 1.03 power outages per year with outages lasting an average of 122.1 minutes. Cherokee Electric Cooperative has an estimated 180 total residential customers, which is more than all other suppliers who operate in the city.

Cedar Bluff is the 253rd highest ranked city in the state out of 593 when it comes to total pollution due to electricity consumption, with the city emitting 10,383,882.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This total equates to 6,108.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, so the city ranks 6th worst in Alabama for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. Within Cedar Bluff, there are no power plants. The city must rely on power generated outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Cedar Bluff

Cedar Bluff residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.172/kWh$0.080/kWh$253.46/mo.$80.86/mo.
283rd14.75¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Cedar Bluff
262nd$166.32Average residential monthly electricity bill for Cedar Bluff Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Cedar Bluff, Alabama

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alabama PowerBUNDLED15.72178.5817,936,5402,818,901,000
Cherokee Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.78154.06244,10033,633,000

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Electricity Production in Cherokee County, Alabama

Power Plants in Cherokee County, Alabama

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Cherokee County AL Conventional Hydroelectric 276,815

Cherokee County, Alabama Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Cherokee County's electricity use results in CO2 emissions totaling 54,462,609.5 kilograms, which is 60th highest amount in Alabama out of 67 counties. Averaging 2,180.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, the county ranks 2499th highest for emissions per capita. The county is home to one electricity plant. Cherokee County's primary fuel source used for electricity generation is Conventional Hydroelectric. The county generates 276,815 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of the total production in the county, from this fuel.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
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Conventional Hydroelectric
100.00%

Energy Loss

The 2 companies in Cherokee County who report energy loss statistics had an average of 4.00% of electricity generated lost due to heat dissipation or other causes during transmission. The countrywide average is 2.45%, resulting in Cherokee County receiving a rank of 1179th best in the country for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Cherokee County, Alabama

Providers In Each City in Cherokee County:

  • Cedar Bluff, Alabama:
    • Cherokee Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Alabama Power: 50.00%
  • Centre, Alabama:
    • Cherokee Electric Cooperative: 100.00%
  • Collinsville, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 1.19%
    • Sand Mountain Electric Cooperative: 97.64%
    • Cherokee Electric Cooperative: 1.17%
  • Gaylesville, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 50.00%
    • Cherokee Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Leesburg, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 50.00%
    • Cherokee Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Sand Rock, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 49.02%
    • Sand Mountain Electric Cooperative: 1.97%
    • Cherokee Electric Cooperative: 49.02%

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

FAQ

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Cherokee County, Alabama?

The largest electricity supplier in Cherokee County, Alabama by total customer count is Cherokee Electric Cooperative.

How many power plants are located in Cherokee County, Alabama?

There is one electricity plant in Cherokee County, Alabama

How many electric companies offer service in Cherokee County, Alabama?

Cherokee County, Alabama has 2 electricity suppliers operating in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Cherokee County, Alabama?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Cherokee Electric Cooperative22,321
2Alabama Power20,764

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2022-09-27