Audubon County, Iowa Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Audubon County, Iowa Electricity Overview

Audubon County has seen a rise of about 6.37% in electricity generated by wind.

Audubon County generates 498.02% additional megawatt hours than the county consumes, leading to the ability to export the leftover amount.

The burning of natural gas in Audubon County yields a total of 108,444.84 megawatts of electricity, propelling this county into its ranking of 8th in the state out of 99 counties.

Ranking 35th out of 99 counties in wind power generation in the state, Audubon County has a total yield of 454,323 megawatt hours from wind turbines.

Audubon County has accomplished a 6.37% rise in the use of renewable fuels for electricity production throughout the previous year.

Releasing 12,126,305.19 kilograms of CO2 gases, Audubon County has the 62nd worst pollution level due to electricity use out of 99 counties in the state.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    96,608 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    17.08 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    577,737 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    454,323 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    123,414 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    102.13 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    12,126,305 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    2,143.59 kg

Audubon, IA Electricity Overview

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Emitting 10,220,690.44 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Audubon is the 163rd highest out of 1028 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,949.49 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Audubon, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

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Exira, IA Electricity Overview

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Emitting 3,944,741.06 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Exira is the 354th highest out of 1028 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,949.49 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Exira, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

Kimballton, IA Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens of Kimballton are billed a residential electricity rate of 11.32 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 13.76% lower than the average Iowa price of 13.12 cents and 26.23% below the nationwide average of 15.34 cents. Kimballton, Iowa Utility Company sells an estimated 2,060.15 megawatt hours in the city each year, which is more than all other vendors. With a population of 251 residents, the city is the 643rd most populated city in the state.

Emitting 1,242,321.21 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Kimballton is the 636th highest out of 1028 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,949.49 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Kimballton, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Kimballton

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.136/kWh$0.105/kWh$203.56/mo.$134.54/mo.
62nd11.32¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Kimballton
177th$134.54Average residential monthly electricity bill for Kimballton Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Kimballton, Iowa

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Kimballton, Iowa Utility CompanyBUNDLED9.0674.781,615.16146,268.36
Nishnabotna Valley RECBUNDLED13.55193.6960,582.878,211,624.97

Electricity Production in Audubon County, Iowa

Power Plants in Audubon County, Iowa

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Heartland Divide Wind Project, LLCNextEra Energy (100.00%)
Audubon County IA Wind 454,323
Audubon County IA Natural Gas 123,41472,517,601.34587.6

Audubon County, Iowa Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity use in Audubon County results in the release of 12,126,305.19 kilograms of CO2 pollution, which is 2687th largest emissions amount in the nation out of 3221 counties. Averaging 2,143.59 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, the county ranks 2502nd worst for pollution per capita. Wind is the primary fuel in Audubon County, with 78.64% of electricity production coming from the fuel type. Natural Gas and Distillate Fuel Oil are also primary fuel types in the county, with 18.77% and 2.59% of total electricity production coming from each fuel source, respectively. Audubon County is home to 2 power generation plants, which is 1074th highest in the country.

WIND
Wind
Wind
Wind
Wind
Wind
Wind
Wind
Wind
78.64%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
18.77%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
2.59%

Audubon County, Iowa Net Metering

Of the 6 electricity companies in Audubon County, 5 of them report that they offer net metering. The state has decent net metering and feed in tariffs that make solar and other alternative types of electricity generation more feasible.

Providers In Each City in Audubon County:

  • Gray, Iowa:
    • Western Iowa Power Cooperative: 100.00%
  • Kimballton, Iowa:
    • Kimballton, Iowa Utility Company: 49.74%
    • Nishnabotna Valley REC: 50.26%

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

FAQ

How many power plants are located in Audubon County, Iowa?

Audubon County, Iowa is home to 2 active electricity plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Audubon County, Iowa?

The largest electricity provider in Audubon County, Iowa by total customer count is Guthrie County REC.

Which electricity companies offer service in Audubon County, Iowa?

How many electric companies offer service in Audubon County, Iowa?

There are 6 electricity companies operating in Audubon County, Iowa.

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2022-09-24