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Bay County, Florida Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Bay County, Florida Electricity Overview

Bay County is the 275th largest producer of electricity out of 3230 counties in the United States, producing 4,599,443 megawatt hours.

Bay County consumes only 45.45% of the electricity produced in the county, meaning they can store or export the remaining 54.55%.

Bay County is 887th in the United States out of 3230 counties for renewable electricity generation per capita, at 2.27 megawatt hours per person each year.

Bay County released 703,056,002.96 kilograms of CO2 gases due to electricity consumption, which makes them the 476th highest polluting county out of 3230 counties in the nation.

With 420,300 megawatt generated from solar power and 185,134 residents in Bay County, the county averages 2.27 megawatt hours generated from solar per capita, which gives it a ranking of 244th in the nation out of 3230 counties.

Bay County's average residential electricity rate is 15.53 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.99% lower than the national average price of 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    2,090,359 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    11.29 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    4,599,443 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    420,300 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    4,179,143 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    24.84 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    703,056,003 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,797.55 kg

Panama City, FL Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Panama City is around 13.90 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, luckily, 13.20% lower than the average national electricity rate of 16.01 cents. Solar fields in the city produce an average of 4.08 megawatt hours per customer living within the city. The city's use of renewable fuel types for electricity generation is 4.08 megawatt hours per capita, which ranks them 30th out of 960 cities in Florida.

Around 2,677.37 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 925th worst polluter in Florida out of 960 cities. Total emissions in the city are 92,425,406.36 kilograms, which is the 187th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. Solar makes up 100.00% of the fuel used for electricity production in Panama City. Panama City has one electricity producing plant within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Panama City

Panama City residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.160/kWh$0.114/kWh$203.08/mo.$101.94/mo.
54th13.90¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Panama City
13th$136.58Average residential monthly electricity bill for Panama City Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Panama City, Florida

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Gulf Power CompanyBUNDLED13.901494,945,060687,132,868

Zips with electric coverage in Panama City, Florida include: 32404, 32405, 32444, 32401

Lynn Haven, FL Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Lynn Haven is around 15.92 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 4.56% more than the average Florida price of 15.23 cents and 0.53% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. Duke Energy Florida has an estimated 895 residential customers, which is more than any other provider who operates in the city.

Around 4,193.3 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 412th worst polluter in Florida out of 960 cities. Total emissions in the city are 81,454,835.24 kilograms, which is the 205th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city is home to no power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lynn Haven

Lynn Haven residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.191/kWh$0.114/kWh$253.86/mo.$108.22/mo.
638th15.92¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Lynn Haven
163rd$160.85Average residential monthly electricity bill for Lynn Haven Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Lynn Haven, Florida

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy FloridaBUNDLED18.01185.0121,654,725.113,900,812,877
Gulf Coast Electric CooperativeBUNDLED14.05164.28284,51139,979,000
Gulf Power CompanyBUNDLED13.901494,945,060687,132,868

Zips with electric coverage in Lynn Haven, Florida include: 32404, 32405, 32444, 32409

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Upper Grand Lagoon CDP, FL Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Upper Grand Lagoon CDP is around 15.95 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 4.77% more than the average Florida price of 15.23 cents and 0.33% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. Duke Energy Florida has an estimated 789 residential customers, which is more than any other provider who operates in the city.

Around 4,193.3 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 412th worst polluter in Florida out of 960 cities. Total emissions in the city are 76,066,445.88 kilograms, which is the 217th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city is home to no power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Upper Grand Lagoon CDP

Upper Grand Lagoon CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.191/kWh$0.114/kWh$253.86/mo.$108.22/mo.
644th15.95¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Upper Grand Lagoon CDP
159th$160.8Average residential monthly electricity bill for Upper Grand Lagoon CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Upper Grand Lagoon CDP, Florida

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy FloridaBUNDLED18.01185.0121,654,725.113,900,812,877
Gulf Power CompanyBUNDLED13.901494,945,060687,132,868

Zips with electric coverage in Upper Grand Lagoon CDP, Florida include: 32408, 32401, 32407

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Electricity Production in Bay County, Florida

Power Plants in Bay County, Florida

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Bay County FL Natural Gas 4,179,1431,546,942,863.76370.16
Sandy Creek Solar Power PlantDuke Energy Florida (100.00%)
Bay County FL Solar 156,123
Bay Ranch Solar Power PlantDuke Energy Florida (100.00%)
Panama City FL Solar 140,910
FPL Saw Palmetto Solar Energy CenterFlorida Power & Light (100.00%)
Bay County FL Solar 123,267

Bay County, Florida Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Around 3,797.55 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the county from electricity consumption, ranking them as the 2022nd worst in the US. Total emissions in the county are 703,056,002.96 kilograms, which is the 30th worst total amount of pollution for any county in Florida. The county has the 679th most electricity producing plants of any county in the nation, with 4 total plants. When considering electricity generation, Bay County's main fuel type is Natural Gas, accounting for 4,179,143 megawatt hours, or 90.86% of generation in the county.

NATURAL GAS
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90.86%
SOLAR
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9.14%

Bay County, Florida Net Metering

Of the 3 electricity suppliers in Bay County, 66.67% of them report that they offer net metering. Florida has above average regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with solar installations.

Energy Loss

Bay County electricity companies who report energy loss average roughly 5.78% of their energy lost per year. The national average for energy loss is 2.87% while the Florida average is 5.48%, resulting in a rank of 2356th best in the United States and a state rank of 39th best out of 3230 and 67 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Bay County:

  • Callaway, Florida:
    • Duke Energy Florida: 44.85%
    • Gulf Power Company: 44.85%
    • Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative: 10.29%
  • Lynn Haven, Florida:
    • Duke Energy Florida: 49.18%
    • Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative: 1.63%
    • Gulf Power Company: 49.19%
  • Mexico Beach, Florida:
    • Gulf Power Company: 50.00%
    • Duke Energy Florida: 50.00%
  • Panama City, Florida:
    • Gulf Power Company: 100.00%
  • Panama City Beach, Florida:
    • Gulf Power Company: 100.00%
  • Parker, Florida:
    • Gulf Power Company: 50.02%
    • Duke Energy Florida: 49.98%
  • Springfield, Florida:
    • Gulf Power Company: 50.00%
    • Duke Energy Florida: 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 Bay County, Florida?

By total megawatt hours sold, Duke Energy Florida is the largest electricity supplier in Bay County, Florida.

How many electric companies offer service in Bay County, Florida?

Bay County, Florida is home to 3 electricity companies operating in the area.

How many power plants are within Bay County, Florida?

There are 4 active electricity plants located in Bay County, Florida

What electricity companies offer service in Bay County, Florida?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Florida62,163
2Gulf Power Company52,484
3Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative7,047

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Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2024-03-29