Scott County, Indiana Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Scott County, Indiana Electricity Overview

Scott County is the 546th highest producer of solar power by total megawatt hours produced in the United States out of 3221 counties.

Scott County emits 9,767.22 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases. It is the 407th worst polluting county in the United States by per capita emissions.

Over 100.00% of Scott County's electricity generation comes from renewable sources, ranking Scott County at 23rd in the state for total renewable electricity generation.

When measuring CO2 emissions per capita, Scott County had a 8.06% decline throughout the most recent 12 months.

Scott County had a 315.84% increase over the last year in the usage of renewable fuel types for electricity generation.

With a state average residential electric bill of $145.99, Scott County consumers pay about 8.74% more than other citizens per month for electricity.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    355,430 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    14.63 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    13,128 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    13,128 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.54 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    237,245,670 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    9,767.22 kg

Scottsburg, IN Electricity Overview

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Scottsburg has an average residential electricity rate of 11.07 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully for the inhabitants, this price is below both the Indiana and national average prices of 15.19 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The city is ranked 20th in the state in total electricity produced from power generating plants within its borders, with 13,128 megawatt hours produced. With 100.00% of its electricity generation coming from sustainable fuels, the city ranks 3rd out of 696 cities in the state for total electricity generation from renewable fuel sources.

Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a city. Scottsburg averages 8,878.6 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person due to electricity use. This adds up to total emissions of 63,952,574.51 kilograms of CO2 emissions, ranking the city 110th highest for total emissions in Indiana. The city is home to one power plant. Scottsburg's primary fuel source used for electricity generation is Solar. They generate 100.00% of the total generation in the city from this fuel type.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Scottsburg

Scottsburg residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.111/kWh$0.101/kWh$115.32/mo.$102.70/mo.
25th11.07¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Scottsburg
61st$114.18Average residential monthly electricity bill for Scottsburg Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Scottsburg, Indiana

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Jackson County REMCBUNDLED12.57164.86375,09347,136,000
Scottsburg UtilitiesBUNDLED10.77104.0833,719.983,632,041.21

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Austin, IN Electricity Overview

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Austin has an average residential electricity rate of 15.42 cents per kilowatt hour. Sadly for the inhabitants, this price is more than both the Indiana and national average prices of 15.19 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The nationwide average monthly residential power bill is $137.45, while the Austin average is 12.15% higher at $154.15 per month. With an estimated 437 total residential customers, Duke Energy Indiana is the largest electricity supplier in the city.

Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a city. Austin averages 10,141.81 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person due to electricity use. This adds up to total emissions of 39,766,034.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions, ranking the city 147th highest for total emissions in Indiana. The electricity used in Austin has to be brought in from neighboring cities and rural areas, because there are no electricity production plants in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Austin

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.192/kWh$0.104/kWh$220.52/mo.$90.75/mo.
303rd15.42¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Austin
414th$154.15Average residential monthly electricity bill for Austin Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Austin, Indiana

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy IndianaBUNDLED15.42154.159,258,9771,427,539,381

Electricity Production in Scott County, Indiana

Power Plants in Scott County, Indiana

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Scottsburg Solar ParkScottsburg Solar Array, LLC (100.00%)
Scottsburg IN Solar 13,128

Scott County, Indiana Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a county. Scott County averages 9,767.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity consumption. This adds up to total emissions of 237,245,669.84 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption, making the county the 64th highest for total pollution in the state. The primary fuel source used in Scott County is Solar, making up 100.00% of the fuel used in the county for electricity production. Scott County is home to one power producing plant.

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Scott County, Indiana Net Metering

Scott County has 4 out of 4 electricity providers reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. The state of Indiana has pretty good state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

The county has 3 providers who are reporting energy loss from their power grid. The average energy loss for these suppliers is 4.46%. With a state average energy loss of 3.91%, Scott County is the 37th best county in the state for energy loss efficiency.

FAQ

Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Scott County, Indiana?

By total megawatt hours sold, Duke Energy Indiana is the largest electricity company in Scott County, Indiana.

How many power plants are located within Scott County, Indiana?

There is one active electricity plant located in Scott County, Indiana

How many electric companies offer service in Scott County, Indiana?

There are 4 electricity companies serving consumers in Scott County, Indiana.

Which electricity companies offer service in Scott County, Indiana?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Indiana4,576
2Scottsburg Utilities3,765
3Clark County REMC3,423
4Jackson County REMC2,162

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2022-10-24