Imperial County, CA: Electric Rates From 4 Providers

Imperial County, California Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Imperial County, California Electricity Overview

Imperial County ranks 3rd highest county out of 58 counties in California for electricity per capita produced from wind energy. Producing 605,629 megawatt hours from wind and a population of 178,713, this averages out to 3.39 megawatt hours per person each year from wind turbines.

While a majority of counties attempt to reduce non-renewable fuel sources, Imperial County's usage of non-renewable fuels in their electric production plants has increased by 6.18% over the course of the past year.

Imperial County consumes around 11.11% of the electricity that is produced in their power generation facilities.

Imperial County is 3rd in California out of 58 counties for megawatt hours produced using solar power sources.

Imperial County generates 12.16% of its electricity from non-renewable fuel sources, giving it a ranking of 439th out of 3230 counties in the county for total electricity generation from non-renewable sources.

The national average residential price per kilowatt hour sits at 16.01 cents, while residents of Imperial County pay an average rate of 12.74% more than the national average at 18.05 cents per kilowatt hour.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,090,886 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    6.1 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    9,814,630 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    8,621,519 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    1,193,111 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    54.92 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    62,558,779 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    350.05 kg

El Centro, CA Electricity Overview

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On average, El Centro's citizens spend 17.58 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. While this is less than the California average rate of 28.92 cents per kilowatt hour, it is higher than the US average of 16.01 cents. El Centro produces 315.48% more electricity than is consumed in the city. The additional electricity can be exported. The city has seen a 10.76% rise in megawatt hours generated by solar energy.

Electricity consumption in El Centro results in the release of 120,951,750.84 kilograms of CO2 pollution each year, which is the 87th largest amount in California out of 1617 cities. The city averages 2,728.93 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person in the city, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. The city has the 50th highest electricity plants of any city in the state, with 3 total power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in El Centro

El Centro residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.211/kWh$0.116/kWh$332.52/mo.$76.37/mo.
134th17.58¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of El Centro
1559th$189.59Average residential monthly electricity bill for El Centro Residents

Electric Companies With Service in El Centro, California

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Imperial Irrigation DistrictBUNDLED17.42188.221,087,8781,819,621316,898,000

Calexico, CA Electricity Overview

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On average, Calexico's citizens spend 17.58 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. While this is less than the California average rate of 28.92 cents per kilowatt hour, it is higher than the US average of 16.01 cents. The largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Imperial Irrigation District. Consumers in the city pay an average monthly residential electric bill of $189.59. This is 32.62% higher than the state average of $142.96.

Electricity consumption in Calexico results in the release of 47,022,598.36 kilograms of CO2 pollution each year, which is the 223rd largest amount in California out of 1617 cities. The city averages 1,211.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person in the city, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. The city has the 139th highest number of power producing plants of any city in California, with one total power plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Calexico

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.211/kWh$0.116/kWh$332.52/mo.$76.37/mo.
134th17.58¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Calexico
1559th$189.59Average residential monthly electricity bill for Calexico Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Calexico, California

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Imperial Irrigation DistrictBUNDLED17.42188.221,819,621316,898,000

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Brawley, CA Electricity Overview

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On average, Brawley's citizens spend 17.58 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. While this is less than the California average rate of 28.92 cents per kilowatt hour, it is higher than the US average of 16.01 cents. There is 4499.15% more electricity used in Brawley than is generated, meaning the city must purchase electricity from nearby municipalities and rural areas. Imperial Irrigation District is the largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

In Brawley, Natural Gas makes up 52.10% of the fuel used for electricity production. When taken together with Distillate Fuel Oil (30.28%) and Solar (17.62%), these three fuel types make up 3,508 megawatt hours (or 100.00%) city electricity production. The city's electricity consumption results in CO2 emissions totaling 33,758,922.38 kilograms, which is 282nd highest in California out of 1617 cities. The city also ranks 78th highest in California in emissions per citizen, averaging 1,277.25 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per person in the city. Brawley is home to 2 electricity generation plants, which is the 87th highest out of any city in California.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Brawley

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.211/kWh$0.116/kWh$332.52/mo.$76.37/mo.
134th17.58¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Brawley
1559th$189.59Average residential monthly electricity bill for Brawley Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Brawley, California

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Imperial Irrigation DistrictBUNDLED17.42188.222,8901,819,621316,898,000

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Electricity Production in Imperial County, California

Power Plants in Imperial County, California

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
El Centro CA Natural Gas 1,086,938502,115,587.96461.95
Mount Signal Solar Farm VImperial Valley Solar 3, LLC (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 639,582
Ocotillo Express LLCOcotillo Express LLC (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Wind 563,157
Centinela Solar EnergyLS Power (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 503,334
Imperial Solar Energy Center WestTenaska (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 427,954
Solar Gen 2 Solar FacilitySouthern Company (34.20%)
Imperial County CA Solar 404,485
John L. Featherstone PlantHudson Ranch Power I LLC (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Geothermal 381,186
Mount Signal Solar Farm IIBrookfield Renewable Partners (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 361,975
Imperial County CA Geothermal 350,447
Imperial County CA Geothermal 349,726
Campo Verde SolarSouthern Company (67.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 349,152
Imperial County CA Geothermal 346,128
Imperial Valley Solar, LLCImperial Valley Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 339,680
Salton Sea Power Gen Co - Unit 4MidAmerican Energy (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Geothermal 323,495
Salton Sea Power Gen Co - Unit 3MidAmerican Energy (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Geothermal 304,127
Drew Solar LLCDrew Solar LLC (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 294,012
Imperial Solar Energy Center SouthTenaska (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Solar 290,856
Salton Sea Power LLC - Unit 5MidAmerican Energy (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Geothermal 279,629
Imperial County CA Solar 273,130
Vulcan-BN Geothermal Power CompanyMidAmerican Energy (100.00%)
Imperial County CA Geothermal 254,173

Imperial County, California Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

In Imperial County, Solar makes up 44.78% of the fuel used for electricity production. When taken together with Geothermal (34.51%) and Natural Gas (12.37%), these three fuel types make up 8,996,622.79 megawatt hours (or 91.67%) county electricity production. The county has the 2109th highest amount of total CO2 emissions from electricity consumption of all of the counties in the US, emitting 62,558,779.1 kilograms. The county also ranks 2813th highest in emissions per resident, averaging 350.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per citizen. Imperial County is home to 67 power producing plants, which is the 7th most plants within a county in California.

SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
44.78%
GEOTHERMAL
Geothermal
Geothermal
Geothermal
Geothermal
34.51%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
12.37%
WIND
Wind
6.17%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
2.37%
OTHER
Other
-0.21%

Imperial County, California Net Metering

Of the 4 electric providers in Imperial County, 2 of them report that they offer net metering. The state of California has highly favorable state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

There are 3 companies in Imperial County that report energy loss, including Imperial Irrigation District, Southern California Edison, and Pilot Power Group. Together, these 3 electricity companies average a yearly energy loss of 5.23% of electricity produced. With a state average energy loss of 9.15%, Imperial County is the 7th best county in California for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Imperial County:

  • Brawley, California:
    • Imperial Irrigation District: 100.00%
  • Calexico, California:
    • Imperial Irrigation District: 100.00%
  • Calipatria, California:
    • Imperial Irrigation District: 100.00%
  • El Centro, California:
    • Imperial Irrigation District: 100.00%
  • Holtville, California:
    • Imperial Irrigation District: 100.00%
  • Imperial, California:
    • Imperial Irrigation District: 100.00%
  • Westmorland, California:
    • Imperial Irrigation District: 100.00%

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

FAQ

Which electricity companies offer service in Imperial County, California?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Imperial Irrigation District107,976
2Southern California Edison6,160
3Pilot Power Group4
4Commercial Energy of California1

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Imperial County, California?

The largest electricity provider in Imperial County, California by megawatt hours sold is Imperial Irrigation District.

How many electric companies offer service in Imperial County, California?

There are 4 electricity providers operating in Imperial County, California.

How many power plants are located in Imperial County, California?

There are 67 power plants in Imperial County, California

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