Routt County, Colorado Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Routt County, Colorado Electricity Overview
With total production of 2,447,785.98 megawatt hours, Routt County is the 438th highest generator of electricity in the US out of 3230 counties.
Electricity generation from the use of coal as a fuel source totals 2,444,085.93 megawatt hours, giving Routt County the 4th position in the state rankings.
Routt County's average residential electricity rate is 14.79 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.61% below the US average rate of 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour.
Coal use for electricity production in Routt County has recently declined from 2,927,191.62 megawatt hours produced from coal per year down to 2,444,085.93 megawatt hours.
98.16 megawatt hours of electricity per person are produced using coal in Routt County. This is 2nd most out of 64 counties in the state.
Over the course of the past year, there has been a 16.48% drop in the use of non-renewable fuels for electricity production in Routt County.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
240,476 MWh
Consumption per Capita
9.66 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
2,447,786 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
2,447,786 MWh
Production per Capita
98.31 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
240,836,839 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
9,672.55 kg
Steamboat Springs, CO Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity rate for Steamboat Springs is about 14.79 cents per kilowatt hour. While this is higher than the state average rate of 14.33 cents per kilowatt hour, it is below the US average of 16.01 cents. The largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Yampa Valley Electric Association.
Emissions in Steamboat Springs average 4,607.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 10th worst polluting city out of 483 cities in Colorado based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 60,782,441.76 kilograms, which is the 58th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Steamboat Springs have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yampa Valley Electric Association | BUNDLED | 14.79 | 134.63 | 247,810 | 36,660,400 |
Zips with electric coverage in Steamboat Springs, Colorado include: 80487, 80477, 80488
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Hayden, CO Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity rate for Hayden is about 14.79 cents per kilowatt hour. While this is higher than the state average rate of 14.33 cents per kilowatt hour, it is below the US average of 16.01 cents. The largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Yampa Valley Electric Association.
Emissions in Hayden average 4,607.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 117th worst polluting city out of 483 cities in Colorado based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 9,748,779.41 kilograms, which is the 169th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Hayden have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Hayden
Hayden residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Hayden, Colorado
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yampa Valley Electric Association | BUNDLED | 14.79 | 134.63 | 247,810 | 36,660,400 |
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Oak Creek, CO Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity rate for Oak Creek is about 14.79 cents per kilowatt hour. While this is higher than the state average rate of 14.33 cents per kilowatt hour, it is below the US average of 16.01 cents. Yampa Valley Electric Association is the largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold. Oak Creek has the 251st largest population in Colorado, with 722 residents residing in the city.
Emissions in Oak Creek average 4,607.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 117th worst polluting city out of 483 cities in Colorado based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 3,326,379.36 kilograms, which is the 247th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Oak Creek have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Oak Creek
Oak Creek residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Oak Creek, Colorado
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yampa Valley Electric Association | BUNDLED | 14.79 | 134.63 | 247,810 | 36,660,400 |
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Electricity Production in Routt County, Colorado
Power Plants in Routt County, Colorado
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Routt County | CO | Coal | 2,447,785.99 | 2,451,457,074.39 | 1,001.5 | 12/2028 |
Routt County, Colorado Details
Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a county. Routt County averages 9,672.55 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity consumption, which ranks them 343rd worst in the US out of 3230 counties for emissions efficiency. With total emissions of 240,836,838.84 kilograms, the county ranks 16th highest in the state and 1059th in the nation for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a county's pollution levels. Coal makes up 99.85% of the fuel types used for electricity generation in Routt County. Taken together with Natural Gas (0.08%) and Distillate Fuel Oil (0.07%), these three fuels account for 100.00% of the electricity production in the county. Routt County is home to one electricity generation plant.
Providers In Each City in Routt County:
- Hayden, Colorado:
- Yampa Valley Electric Association: 100.00%
- Oak Creek, Colorado:
- Yampa Valley Electric Association: 13.11%
- Oak Creek, Colorado Electric Utility: 86.89%
- Steamboat Springs, Colorado:
- Yampa Valley Electric Association: 100.00%
- Yampa, Colorado:
- Yampa Valley Electric Association: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
How many power plants are in Routt County, Colorado?
Routt County, Colorado has one active electricity plant producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity company is the largest provider in Routt County, Colorado?
The largest electricity company in Routt County, Colorado by megawatt hours sold is Yampa Valley Electric Association.
What electricity companies offer service in Routt County, Colorado?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yampa Valley Electric Association | 10,083 |
| 2 | Mountain Parks Electric | 166 |
How many electric companies offer service in Routt County, Colorado?
There are 2 electricity providers operating in Routt County, Colorado.
