Jefferson County, Alabama Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Jefferson County, Alabama Electricity Overview

Jefferson County produces 18,880,438.77 megawatt hours of electricity from the burning of coal, ranking Jefferson County 1st out of 67 counties in the state.

Jefferson County is ranked 89th out of 3221 for highest polluting county in the country based on emissions per person. The county emits 17,024.24 kilograms per person per year of CO2 gases.

Jefferson County is ranked as the 2nd largest producer of electricity in the state out of 67 counties for total electricity production, generating 19,096,121.75 megawatt hours.

Averaging generation of 28.39 megawatt hours per resident each year, Jefferson County is 10 out of 67 counties in the state for production per capita.

The nationwide average residential rate per kilowatt hour sits at 15.72 cents, while residents of Jefferson County pay an average rate of 0.70% more than the national average at 15.83 cents per kilowatt hour.

Jefferson County generates 100.00% of their electricity from non-renewable fuels. This equates to 28.39 megawatt hours per resident and places Jefferson County as the 275th highest county out of 3221 counties in the United States for non-renewable production per capita a year.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    11,593,257 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    17.24 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    19,096,122 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    19,096,122 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    28.39 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    11,449,650,778 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    17,024.24 kg

Birmingham, AL Electricity Overview

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Birmingham's residents spend, on average, 15.96 cents per kilowatt hour for their electricity. Sadly, this is 7.53% more than Alabama's average price of 14.85 cents. Customers in the city are faced with 1.03 power outages each year, with outages lasting around 122.1 minutes on average. The national averages for these data points are 1.58 outages at 145.81 minutes each. Alabama Power is the largest vendor in the city based on total residential customers.

Electricity consumption in Birmingham results in the release of 1,199,720,492.7 kilograms of CO2 pollution each year, which is the 3rd highest amount in the state out of 593 cities. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per resident in the city, which amounts to 5,932.34 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this calculation Birmingham is the 35th highest polluting city in Alabama. The city has one electricity plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Birmingham

Birmingham 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.
375th15.96¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Birmingham
378th$173.85Average residential monthly electricity bill for Birmingham Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Birmingham, Alabama

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alabama PowerBUNDLED15.96173.8517,240,9662,752,475,000

Zips with electric coverage in Birmingham, Alabama include: 35242, 35215, 35226, 35173, 35209, 35020, 35023, 35211, 35022, 35126, 35235 and 30 other zip code(s).

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Hoover, AL Electricity Overview

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Hoover's residents spend, on average, 15.96 cents per kilowatt hour for their electricity. Sadly, this is 7.53% more than Alabama's average price of 14.85 cents. Customers in the city are faced with 1.03 power outages each year, with outages lasting around 122.1 minutes on average. The national averages for these data points are 1.58 outages at 145.81 minutes each. Alabama Power is the largest vendor in the city based on total residential customers.

The electricity sold in Hoover has to be sourced from neighboring cities and rural areas, since there are no power production plants in the city. For every citizen in the city there are 5,932.34 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Total emissions in the city are 542,043,677.81 kilograms, which is the 6th worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Hoover

Hoover 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.
375th15.96¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Hoover
378th$173.85Average residential monthly electricity bill for Hoover Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Hoover, Alabama

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alabama PowerBUNDLED15.96173.8517,240,9662,752,475,000

Zips with electric coverage in Hoover, Alabama include: 35242, 35216, 35226, 35244, 35211, 35124, 35022, 35080, 35243

Vestavia Hills, AL Electricity Overview

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Vestavia Hills' residents spend, on average, 15.96 cents per kilowatt hour for their electricity. Sadly, this is 7.53% more than Alabama's average price of 14.85 cents. Customers in the city are faced with 1.03 power outages each year, with outages lasting around 122.1 minutes on average. The national averages for these data points are 1.58 outages at 145.81 minutes each. Alabama Power is the largest vendor in the city based on total residential customers.

The electricity sold in Vestavia Hills has to be sourced from neighboring cities and rural areas, since there are no power production plants in the city. For every citizen in the city there are 5,932.34 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Total emissions in the city are 228,418,751.8 kilograms, which is the 12th worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Vestavia Hills

Vestavia Hills 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.
375th15.96¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Vestavia Hills
378th$173.85Average residential monthly electricity bill for Vestavia Hills Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Vestavia Hills, Alabama

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alabama PowerBUNDLED15.96173.8517,240,9662,752,475,000

Zips with electric coverage in Vestavia Hills, Alabama include: 35242, 35216, 35226, 35209, 35243, 35210, 35223

Electricity Production in Jefferson County, Alabama

Power Plants in Jefferson County, Alabama

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Jefferson County AL Coal 19,096,121.9518,859,578,143.08987.61

Jefferson County, Alabama Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Jefferson County is home to one electricity plant. The county has the 7th highest amount of total CO2 emissions from electricity use of all counties in the US, emitting 11,449,650,778.5 kilograms. More importantly, the county averages 17,024.24 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity consumption, which is a better measurement of the county's emission levels. They rank 2nd worst county in Alabama in this category. Jefferson County's power plants primarily use Coal, which makes up 98.87% (or 18,880,438.77 megawatt hours) of the fuel used for electricity generation in the county.

COAL
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
98.87%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
1.13%

Energy Loss

The county has 3 electricity companies who report energy loss. The average energy loss amount for these providers is 4.41%. The nationwide average is 2.45%, meaning Jefferson County ranks 1581st best in the United States for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Jefferson County, Alabama

Providers In Each City in Jefferson County:

  • Adamsville, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Bessemer, Alabama:
    • Bessemer Utilities: 32.65%
    • Alabama Power: 67.35%
  • Birmingham, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Brighton, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 91.11%
    • Bessemer Utilities: 8.89%
  • Brookside, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Cardiff, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Center Point, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Clay, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Dora, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Fairfield, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Fultondale, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Gardendale, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Graysville, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Homewood, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Hoover, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Hueytown, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Irondale, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Kimberly, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Lipscomb, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Maytown, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Midfield, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Morris, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Mountain Brook, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Mulga, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • North Johns, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Pinson, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Pleasant Grove, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Sylvan Springs, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Tarrant, Alabama:
    • Tarrant Electric: 49.69%
    • Alabama Power: 50.31%
  • Trussville, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Vestavia Hills, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • Warrior, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%
  • West Jefferson, Alabama:
    • Alabama Power: 100.00%

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

FAQ

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

Jefferson County, Alabama is home to 3 electricity companies serving customers in the area.

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Jefferson County, Alabama?

The largest electricity company in Jefferson County, Alabama by total customer count is Alabama Power.

How many power plants are located within Jefferson County, Alabama?

There is one active electricity plant located in Jefferson County, Alabama

What electricity companies offer service in Jefferson County, Alabama?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Alabama Power38,749
2Bessemer Utilities11,358
3Tarrant Electric2,775

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