Montezuma County, CO: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Montezuma County, Colorado Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Montezuma County, Colorado Electricity Overview

Montezuma County has a population of 25,916 citizens.

Montezuma County had a 12.44% increase over the last year in the usage of renewable fuels for electricity generation.

Empire Electric Association is the largest supplier in Montezuma County when calculated by megawatt hours sold.

During the past year Montezuma County had a 12.44% increase in hydroelectric power generation.

Montezuma County is the 1850th largest generator of electricity of all 3230 counties in the country, producing 8,408 megawatt hours.

Montezuma County released 116,632,992.83 kilograms of CO2 gases due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 1625th highest polluting county out of 3230 counties in the United States.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    250,122 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    9.65 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    8,408 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    8,408 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.32 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    116,632,993 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,500.42 kg

Cortez, CO Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 14.99 cents per kilowatt hour for consumers in Cortez, which is 4.67% higher than Colorado's average price of 14.32 cents and 6.39% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Selling an estimated 1,325.87 megawatt hours a year, Empire Electric Association is the largest electricity provider in the city.

Emitting 40,711,242.42 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Cortez ranks 81st highest out of 483 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. This total also results in a ranking of 301st worst in Colorado for emissions per resident. The city has one electricity producing plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Cortez

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.157/kWh$0.150/kWh$105.97/mo.$102.33/mo.
363rd14.99¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Cortez
220th$105.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Cortez Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Cortez, Colorado

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Empire Electric AssociationBUNDLED14.99105.47105,84015,866,100

Towaoc CDP, CO Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 14.99 cents per kilowatt hour for consumers in Towaoc CDP, which is 4.67% higher than Colorado's average price of 14.32 cents and 6.39% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Selling an estimated 756.25 megawatt hours a year, Empire Electric Association is the largest electricity provider in the city.

Emitting 5,979,551.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Towaoc CDP ranks 198th highest out of 483 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,656.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Towaoc CDP

Towaoc CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.157/kWh$0.150/kWh$105.97/mo.$102.33/mo.
363rd14.99¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Towaoc CDP
220th$105.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Towaoc CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Towaoc CDP, Colorado

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Empire Electric AssociationBUNDLED14.99105.47105,84015,866,100

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Mancos, CO Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 14.99 cents per kilowatt hour for consumers in Mancos, which is 4.67% higher than Colorado's average price of 14.32 cents and 6.39% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Selling an estimated 134.76 megawatt hours a year, Empire Electric Association is the largest electricity provider in the city.

Emitting 5,439,342.39 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Mancos ranks 205th highest out of 483 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,656.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Mancos

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.157/kWh$0.150/kWh$105.97/mo.$102.33/mo.
363rd14.99¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Mancos
220th$105.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Mancos Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Mancos, Colorado

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Empire Electric AssociationBUNDLED14.99105.47105,84015,866,100

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Electricity Production in Montezuma County, Colorado

Power Plants in Montezuma County, Colorado

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Montezuma County CO Conventional Hydroelectric 7,550
Montezuma County CO Conventional Hydroelectric 858

Montezuma County, Colorado Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Coming in as the 22nd worst ranked county out of 64 counties in Colorado, Montezuma County emits 116,632,992.83 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption. The county averages 4,500.42 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person in the county from electricity use, which is a better measurement of the county's pollution levels. They rank 1517th worst in the country in this category. Conventional Hydroelectric is the primary fuel in Montezuma County, with 100.00% of electricity generation coming from the fuel source. Montezuma County has the 20th most electricity generation plants of any county in Colorado, with 2 total power plants.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
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100.00%

Montezuma County, Colorado Net Metering

Montezuma County is home to one electric supplier. Fortunately for customers in the county who are interested in having their own solar panels, the only supplier in the county allows for net metering. At the state level, Colorado has some of the best net metering and feed in tariff regulations.

Energy Loss

In Montezuma County one company reports energy loss, Empire Electric Association. They average an annual energy loss of 1.00%. The countrywide average for energy loss is 2.87% while the Colorado average is 4.18%, resulting in a rank of 22nd best in the US and a state rank of best out of 3230 and 64 counties, respectively.

Power Companies in Montezuma County, Colorado

Providers In Each City in Montezuma County:

  • Cortez, Colorado:
    • Empire Electric Association: 100.00%
  • Dolores, Colorado:
    • Empire Electric Association: 100.00%
  • Mancos, Colorado:
    • Empire Electric Association: 100.00%

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

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Montezuma County, Colorado?

The largest electricity provider in Montezuma County, Colorado by total customer count is Empire Electric Association.

Which electricity companies offer service in Montezuma County, Colorado?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Empire Electric Association11,179

How many power plants are located in Montezuma County, Colorado?

Montezuma County, Colorado is home to 2 active power plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2023-09-06