Electric Rates & Providers in Marin County, CA

Marin County, California Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Marin County, California Electricity Overview

Marin County's average residential electricity rate is 32.47 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 102.78% higher than the US average price of 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour.

When calculating by total customers, Marin Clean Energy is the largest electricity company in Marin County.

Marin County ranks 26th out of 58 counties in the state for total electricity consumption, with its population consuming 1,562,765.43 megawatt hours.

With a population of 256,018 citizens, Marin County is the 26th largest county by population in California and the 285th largest in the US.

Consumers in Marin County, on average, pay $151.24 per month for residential electricity, compared to the California average of $142.96.

During the course of the last year, Marin County has seen a 8.05% drop in the use of renewable fuels for electricity production.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,562,765 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    6.1 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    27,813 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    27,813 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.11 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    317,291,297 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    1,239.33 kg

San Rafael, CA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for San Rafael is approximately 32.47 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 12.30% above California's average rate of 28.92 cents. The average monthly residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $151.24 per month, while the US average is $137.21. Marin Clean Energy sells an estimated 56,774.36 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than any other electricity supplier.

On average, San Rafael residents emit 1,211.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 199th worst polluting city out of 1617 cities in California. At 1,211.99 kilograms per person and 61,158 people in the city, the city emits 74,122,585.46 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 159th worst rank in California for total pollution. Electricity providers suppliers servicing San Rafael have to turn to electricity produced in nearby towns and other areas, since zero electricity production happens within city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in San Rafael

San Rafael residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in April.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.421/kWh$0.167/kWh$256.55/mo.$68.05/mo.
686th34.04¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of San Rafael
642nd$166.4Average residential monthly electricity bill for San Rafael Residents

Electric Companies With Service in San Rafael, California

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Commercial Energy of CaliforniaENERGY
Marin Clean EnergyENERGY10.2546.762,797,083286,681,400
Pacific Gas and Electric CompanyBUNDLED33.74166.5510,881,2493,670,830,000
Pilot Power GroupENERGY13.2574.530,6974,067,000

Zips with electric coverage in San Rafael, California include: 94901, 94903, 94904, 94964

Novato, CA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Novato is approximately 32.47 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 12.30% above California's average rate of 28.92 cents. Producing 0.03 megawatt hours per resident living in the city, Novato ranks as the 236th highest producing city in the state out of 1617 cities. Solar generation plants in the city produce, on average, 0.03 megawatt hours per citizen living in the city.

On average, Novato residents emit 1,206.18 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 1445th worst polluting city out of 1617 cities in California. This results in a total emissions amount of 64,185,629.02 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The city has one electricity plant. In Novato, Solar makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity production.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Novato

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.421/kWh$0.167/kWh$256.55/mo.$68.05/mo.
686th34.04¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Novato
642nd$166.4Average residential monthly electricity bill for Novato Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Novato, California

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Commercial Energy of CaliforniaENERGY
Marin Clean EnergyENERGY10.2546.762,797,083286,681,400
Pacific Gas and Electric CompanyBUNDLED33.74166.5510,881,2493,670,830,000
Pilot Power GroupENERGY13.2574.530,6974,067,000

Zips with electric coverage in Novato, California include: 94952, 94947, 94949, 94945

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Mill Valley, CA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Mill Valley is approximately 32.47 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 12.30% above California's average rate of 28.92 cents. The average monthly residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $151.24 per month, while the US average is $137.21. Marin Clean Energy sells an estimated 16,272.26 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than any other electricity supplier.

On average, Mill Valley residents emit 1,211.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 199th worst polluting city out of 1617 cities in California. At 1,211.99 kilograms per person and 14,240 people in the city, the city emits 17,258,667.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 417th worst rank in California for total pollution. Electricity providers suppliers servicing Mill Valley have to turn to electricity produced in nearby towns and other areas, since zero electricity production happens within city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Mill Valley

Mill Valley residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in April.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.421/kWh$0.167/kWh$256.55/mo.$68.05/mo.
686th34.04¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Mill Valley
642nd$166.4Average residential monthly electricity bill for Mill Valley Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Mill Valley, California

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Commercial Energy of CaliforniaENERGY
Marin Clean EnergyENERGY10.2546.762,797,083286,681,400
Pacific Gas and Electric CompanyBUNDLED33.74166.5510,881,2493,670,830,000
Pilot Power GroupENERGY13.2574.530,6974,067,000

Zips with electric coverage in Mill Valley, California include: 94941, 94904, 94939

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Electricity Production in Marin County, California

Power Plants in Marin County, California

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Waste Mangement Redwood LFGTEWM Renewable Energy LLC (100.00%)
Marin County CA Landfill Gas 20,47912,523,616.05611.53
Silveira Ranch Road SolarRP Napa Solar 3, LLC (100.00%)
Marin County CA Solar 5,778
Cottonwood Solar, LLC Cottonwood CarportNovatus Energy (100.00%)
Novato CA Solar 1,556

Marin County, California Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

On average, Marin County residents emit 1,239.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 22nd worst polluting county out of 58 counties in California and 2715th out of 3230 counties nationally. This comes to a total emissions amount from electricity use of 317,291,297.11 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Power producing facilities in the county primarily use Landfill Gas, which accounts for 73.63% (or 20,479 megawatt hours) of the fuel used for electricity production in the county. Marin County is home to 3 electricity producing plants, which is 840th most in the country.

LANDFILL GAS
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
73.63%
SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
26.37%

Marin County, California Net Metering

Out of the 4 suppliers in Marin County, only one of them offers net metering to their consumers. California has favorable regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with solar installations.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for electricity companies in Marin County is 15.93%. This includes data from 3 providers, including Marin Clean Energy, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, and Pilot Power Group. With a state average energy loss of 9.15%, Marin County is ranked as the 31st best county in the state for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Marin County:

  • Belvedere, California:
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.03%
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 49.97%
  • Corte Madera, California:
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
  • Fairfax, California:
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
  • Larkspur, California:
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
  • Mill Valley, California:
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
  • Novato, California:
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
  • Ross, California:
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
  • San Anselmo, California:
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
  • San Rafael, California:
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.00%
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.00%
  • Sausalito, California:
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 50.04%
    • Marin Clean Energy: 49.96%
  • Tiburon, California:
    • Pacific Gas and Electric Company: 49.97%
    • Marin Clean Energy: 50.03%

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

FAQ

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

Marin County, California is home to 4 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.

Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Marin County, California?

By total customer count, Marin Clean Energy is the largest electricity provider in Marin County, California.

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

There are 3 power plants in Marin County, California

What electricity companies offer service in Marin County, California?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Marin Clean Energy185,624
2Pacific Gas and Electric Company16,559
3Pilot Power Group28
4Commercial Energy of California5

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2023-12-06