Summit County, Colorado Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Summit County, Colorado Electricity Overview

In the county, the usage of renewable fuels for electricity production has fallen by 32.45% over the course of the previous year.

Residents of Summit County use roughly 837.18% of the total amount of the electricity that the county produces.

Residents of Summit County are paying, on average, 7.23% less per kilowatt hour at home than the nationwide average price, at 14.23 cents per kilowatt hour compared to 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour.

Residents of Summit County use enough electricity to emit 4,419.03 kilograms of CO2 gases each year per capita, compared to the statewide average of 5,018.48.

When calculating by total customers, Public Service Company of Colorado is the largest electricity supplier in Summit County.

At $90.28, the average Summit County monthly residential electric expense is 34.32% lower than the nationwide average.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    306,417 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    9.87 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    36,601 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    36,601 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    1.18 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    137,175,554 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,419.03 kg

Breckenridge, CO Electricity Overview

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On average, Breckenridge's citizens spend 14.21 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. Fortunately for the inhabitants, this rate is below both the Colorado and nationwide average rates of 14.35 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of Colorado. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $88.05 per month, while the national average is $137.45. Consumers in the city enjoy a 14.59% markdown compared to the rest of the nation.

Electricity companies servicing Breckenridge must turn to electricity produced in nearby counties and other areas, because no electricity production occurs within the city. Approximately 25,523,988.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in the city due to electricity consumption. This total also results in a ranking of 260th highest in Colorado for emissions per person.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Breckenridge

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.153/kWh$0.099/kWh$124.26/mo.$51.72/mo.
123rd14.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Breckenridge
14th$88.05Average residential monthly electricity bill for Breckenridge Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Breckenridge, Colorado

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Public Service Company of ColoradoBUNDLED14.2188.059,890,0311,405,673,223

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Silverthorne, CO Electricity Overview

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On average, Silverthorne's citizens spend 14.21 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. Fortunately for the inhabitants, this rate is below both the Colorado and nationwide average rates of 14.35 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of Colorado. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $88.05 per month, while the national average is $137.45. Consumers in the city enjoy a 14.59% markdown compared to the rest of the nation.

Electricity companies servicing Silverthorne must turn to electricity produced in nearby counties and other areas, because no electricity production occurs within the city. Approximately 22,683,528.63 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in the city due to electricity consumption. This total also results in a ranking of 13th highest in Colorado for emissions per person.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Silverthorne

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.153/kWh$0.099/kWh$124.26/mo.$51.72/mo.
123rd14.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Silverthorne
14th$88.05Average residential monthly electricity bill for Silverthorne Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Silverthorne, Colorado

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Public Service Company of ColoradoBUNDLED14.2188.059,890,0311,405,673,223

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Frisco, CO Electricity Overview

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On average, Frisco's citizens spend 14.21 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. Fortunately for the inhabitants, this rate is below both the Colorado and nationwide average rates of 14.35 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of Colorado. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $88.05 per month, while the national average is $137.45. Consumers in the city enjoy a 14.59% markdown compared to the rest of the nation.

Electricity companies servicing Frisco must turn to electricity produced in nearby counties and other areas, because no electricity production occurs within the city. Approximately 14,814,552.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in the city due to electricity consumption. This total also results in a ranking of 260th highest in Colorado for emissions per person.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Frisco

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.153/kWh$0.099/kWh$124.26/mo.$51.72/mo.
123rd14.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Frisco
14th$88.05Average residential monthly electricity bill for Frisco Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Frisco, Colorado

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Public Service Company of ColoradoBUNDLED14.2188.059,890,0311,405,673,223

Electricity Production in Summit County, Colorado

Power Plants in Summit County, Colorado

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Summit County CO Conventional Hydroelectric 25,877
Dillon Hydro PlantDenver City & County of (100.00%)
Summit County CO Conventional Hydroelectric 10,724

Summit County, Colorado Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

There are 2 electricity plants in Summit County, which is the 1074th most power plants in a county in the country. The county has the 1509th highest amount of total CO2 emissions from electricity consumption of all of the counties in the US, emitting 137,175,554.25 kilograms. This total equates to 4,419.03 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, which ranks the county 1821st worst in the country for pollution per capita. Summit County's top fuel used for electricity production is Conventional Hydroelectric. They produce 36,601 megawatt hours from this fuel type.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
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Summit County, Colorado Net Metering

Of the 3 electric providers in Summit County, 3 of them report that they offer net metering. The state of Colorado has highly favorable state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

There are 3 companies in Summit County that report energy loss, including Public Service Company of Colorado, Core Electric Cooperative, and Yampa Valley Electric Association. Together, these 3 electricity companies average a yearly energy loss of 4.64% of electricity produced. With a state average energy loss of 3.76%, Summit County is the 12th best county in Colorado for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Summit County:

  • Blue River, Colorado:
    • Public Service Company of Colorado: 100.00%
  • Breckenridge, Colorado:
    • Public Service Company of Colorado: 100.00%
  • Dillon, Colorado:
    • Public Service Company of Colorado: 100.00%
  • Frisco, Colorado:
    • Public Service Company of Colorado: 100.00%
  • Montezuma, Colorado:
    • Public Service Company of Colorado: 100.00%
  • Silverthorne, Colorado:
    • Public Service Company of Colorado: 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 Summit County, Colorado?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Public Service Company of Colorado70,439
2Core Electric Cooperative379
3Yampa Valley Electric Association51

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Summit County, Colorado?

The largest electricity provider in Summit County, Colorado by megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of Colorado.

How many electric companies offer service in Summit County, Colorado?

There are 3 electricity providers operating in Summit County, Colorado.

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

There are 2 power plants in Summit County, Colorado

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Last Reviewed By: King Manalo
Published: 2022-09-27