Otero County, Colorado Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Otero County emits 5,275.01 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases, compared to the state average of 5,231.18.
Black Hills Energy is the largest supplier in Otero County when calculated by megawatt hours sold.
Averaging production of 0.06 megawatt hours per resident each year, Otero County ranks 43 out of 64 counties in the state in generation per capita.
Otero County uses about 17001.76% of the electricity that it produces.
The use of non-renewable fuel sources in electricity generation in Otero County has been reduced by 481.40% during the last year.
The county is the 1913th largest generator of electricity in the country out of 3221 counties, producing 1,087 megawatt hours.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
184,809 MWh
Consumption per Capita
9.89 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
1,087 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
1,087 MWh
Production per Capita
0.06 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
98,590,029 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
5,275.01 kg
La Junta, CO Electricity Overview
La Junta's residents are charged an average residential electricity price of 15.84 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 13.19% above the average national price of 13.99 cents. La Junta Utilities sells an estimated 83,953.36 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than any other electricity provider.
Emissions in La Junta average 5,241.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use, which ranks them as the 10th worst polluting city out of 483 cities in Colorado based on emissions per capita. This results in a total pollution amount from electricity use of 38,381,154.07 kilograms. The city has no electricity generation plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in La Junta
La Junta residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in La Junta, Colorado
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Energy | BUNDLED | 17.74 | 107.4 | 635,712 | 112,785,703 | |
| La Junta Utilities | BUNDLED | 14.68 | 91.81 | 22,584.7 | 3,316,291.39 | |
| Southeast Colorado Power Association | BUNDLED | 16.65 | 125.03 | 70,869 | 11,803,200 |
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Rocky Ford's residents are charged an average residential electricity price of 17.74 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 26.80% above the average national price of 13.99 cents. The city is ranked 29th in the state in total electricity generated from power generating plants within its borders, with 1,087 megawatt hours produced. Non-renewable fuels are used to generate 1,087 megawatt hours in the city, which is 100.00% of their total generation.
Emissions in Rocky Ford average 5,401.6 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use, which ranks them as the 7th worst polluting city out of 483 cities in Colorado based on emissions per capita. This results in a total pollution amount from electricity use of 20,936,599.11 kilograms. Distillate Fuel Oil is the fuel of choice in Rocky Ford, with 100.00% of electricity generation coming from the fuel. Rocky Ford has one electricity plant within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Rocky Ford
Rocky Ford residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Rocky Ford, Colorado
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Energy | BUNDLED | 17.74 | 107.4 | 1,087 | 635,712 | 112,785,703 |
Fowler, CO Electricity Overview
Fowler's residents are charged an average residential electricity price of 17.74 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 26.80% above the average national price of 13.99 cents. Black Hills Energy sells an estimated 253.42 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than any other electricity provider.
Emissions in Fowler average 5,241.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use, which ranks them as the 178th worst polluting city out of 483 cities in Colorado based on emissions per capita. This results in a total pollution amount from electricity use of 6,568,094.24 kilograms. The city has no electricity generation plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Fowler
Fowler residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Fowler, Colorado
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Energy | BUNDLED | 17.74 | 107.4 | 635,712 | 112,785,703 |
Electricity Production in Otero County, Colorado
Power Plants in Otero County, Colorado
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Rocky FordBlack Hills Energy (100.00%) | Rocky Ford | CO | Distillate Fuel Oil | 1,087 | 1,195,255.12 | 1,099.59 |
Otero County, Colorado Details
Emissions in Otero County average 5,275.01 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity consumption, making them the 7th highest polluting county out of 64 counties in Colorado based on emissions per capita. This equals a total emissions amount from electricity consumption of 98,590,029.36 kilograms. Distillate Fuel Oil makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity production in Otero County. Otero County is home to one electricity producing plant.
Providers In Each City in Otero County:
- Cheraw, Colorado:
- Black Hills Energy: 50.00%
- Southeast Colorado Power Association: 50.00%
- Fowler, Colorado:
- Black Hills Energy: 100.00%
- La Junta, Colorado:
- Black Hills Energy: 36.27%
- La Junta Utilities: 61.44%
- Southeast Colorado Power Association: 2.29%
- Manzanola, Colorado:
- Black Hills Energy: 50.00%
- Southeast Colorado Power Association: 50.00%
- Rocky Ford, Colorado:
- Black Hills Energy: 100.00%
- Swink, Colorado:
- Southeast Colorado Power Association: 50.00%
- Black Hills Energy: 50.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
What electricity company is the largest provider in Otero County, Colorado?
By total megawatt hours sold, Black Hills Energy is the largest electricity supplier in Otero County, Colorado.
How many electric companies offer service in Otero County, Colorado?
There are 4 electricity companies serving customers in Otero County, Colorado.
What electricity companies offer service in Otero County, Colorado?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black Hills Energy | 24,397 |
| 2 | La Junta Utilities | 3,784 |
| 3 | Southeast Colorado Power Association | 1,014 |
| 4 | San Isabel Electric Association | 992 |
How many power plants are within Otero County, Colorado?
There is one active power plant in Otero County, Colorado
