Pulaski County, Kentucky Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Pulaski County, Kentucky Electricity Overview

Pulaski County's average residential electricity rate is 13.45 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 14.42% less than the national average price of 15.72 cents per kilowatt hour.

As the 413th highest county in the US for non-renewable generation per capita, Pulaski County produces 7 megawatt hours per person per year.

Pulaski County emits 14,456.58 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases, compared to the state average of 7,556.08.

Pulaski County ranks 9th out of 120 counties in Kentucky in megawatt hours generated from coal use over the last 12 months.

Pulaski County experienced a 6.26% decline in CO2 emissions per capita throughout the last 12 months.

Pulaski County is ranked as the 703rd highest electricity consuming county out of 3221 counties in the United States with 1,066,267.04 megawatt hours being used by residents who live there.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,066,267 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.48 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    452,913 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    452,913 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    7 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    935,586,735 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    14,456.58 kg

Somerset, KY Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 12.72 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Somerset, which is 4.48% below the average Kentucky price of 13.31 cents and 19.10% less than the US average of 15.72 cents. Selling an estimated 37,442.2 megawatt hours, Kentucky Utilities is the largest electricity supplier in the city. The US average monthly residential power bill is $147.64, while the Somerset average is 10.37% lower at $132.33 per month.

Somerset citizens average 12,898.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 81st highest in Kentucky out of 556 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 150,855,544.02 kilograms, which is the 36th worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Somerset have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Somerset

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.137/kWh$0.094/kWh$193.55/mo.$86.50/mo.
424th12.72¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Somerset
344th$132.33Average residential monthly electricity bill for Somerset Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Somerset, Kentucky

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Kentucky UtilitiesBUNDLED12.34131.715,699,189703,554,397
South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative CorporationBUNDLED13.49133.63759,666102,481,702

Zips with electric coverage in Somerset, Kentucky include: 42503, 42501, 42553, 42533

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Burnside, KY Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 13.17 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Burnside, which is 1.05% below the average Kentucky price of 13.31 cents and 16.19% less than the US average of 15.72 cents. With an estimated 311 total residential customers, Kentucky Utilities is the largest supplier in the city. Burnside has the 253rd largest population in Kentucky, with 968 residents living within its borders.

Burnside citizens average 12,898.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 81st highest in Kentucky out of 556 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 12,485,308.36 kilograms, which is the 251st worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Burnside have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Burnside

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.146/kWh$0.095/kWh$191.26/mo.$80.60/mo.
438th13.17¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Burnside
365th$133.1Average residential monthly electricity bill for Burnside Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Burnside, Kentucky

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Kentucky UtilitiesBUNDLED12.34131.715,699,189703,554,397
South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative CorporationBUNDLED13.49133.63759,666102,481,702

Zips with electric coverage in Burnside, Kentucky include: 42503, 42501, 42544, 42518, 42519

Ferguson, KY Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 12.85 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Ferguson, which is 3.51% below the average Kentucky price of 13.31 cents and 18.28% less than the US average of 15.72 cents. With an estimated 142 total residential customers, Kentucky Utilities is the largest supplier in the city. Ferguson has the 263rd largest population in Kentucky, with 914 residents living within its borders.

Ferguson citizens average 12,898.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 81st highest in Kentucky out of 556 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 11,788,813.89 kilograms, which is the 261st worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Ferguson have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ferguson

Ferguson residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.140/kWh$0.095/kWh$189.55/mo.$85.95/mo.
431st12.85¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Ferguson
355th$132.55Average residential monthly electricity bill for Ferguson Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Ferguson, Kentucky

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Kentucky UtilitiesBUNDLED12.34131.715,699,189703,554,397
South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative CorporationBUNDLED13.49133.63759,666102,481,702

Electricity Production in Pulaski County, Kentucky

Power Plants in Pulaski County, Kentucky

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Pulaski County KY Coal 452,913455,425,008.171,005.55

Pulaski County, Kentucky Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Pulaski County citizens average 14,456.58 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity consumption, which is sufficient to rank them 8th highest in Kentucky out of 120 in this category. With total emissions of 935,586,734.6 kilograms, the county ranks 12th highest in Kentucky for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county has one power producing plant within its borders. Pulaski County's fuel of choice is Coal, with 100.27% of electricity production coming from this fuel source.

COAL
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
100.27%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
-0.27%

Pulaski County, Kentucky Net Metering

Pulaski County has 2 out of 3 companies reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. Kentucky has heavily restricted regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with personal solar panels.

Energy Loss

There are 3 electricity providers in Pulaski County that report energy loss, including South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation, Kentucky Utilities, and East Kentucky Power Cooperative. Together, these 3 companies average an annual energy loss of 3.71% of electricity generated. The countrywide average for energy loss is 2.45% while the state average is 3.09%, resulting in a rank of 873rd best in the nation and a state rank of 62nd best out of 3221 and 120 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Pulaski County:

  • Burnside, Kentucky:
    • Kentucky Utilities: 16.09%
    • South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation: 41.95%
    • East Kentucky Power Cooperative: 41.95%
  • Eubank, Kentucky:
    • South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation: 28.29%
    • East Kentucky Power Cooperative: 28.29%
    • Kentucky Utilities: 43.42%
  • Ferguson, Kentucky:
    • East Kentucky Power Cooperative: 30.41%
    • Kentucky Utilities: 39.18%
    • South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation: 30.41%
  • Science Hill, Kentucky:
    • East Kentucky Power Cooperative: 10.59%
    • South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation: 10.60%
    • Kentucky Utilities: 78.81%
  • Somerset, Kentucky:
    • East Kentucky Power Cooperative: 24.47%
    • Kentucky Utilities: 51.06%
    • South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation: 24.47%

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

FAQ

How many power plants are within Pulaski County, Kentucky?

There is one active power plant located in Pulaski County, Kentucky

What electricity companies offer service in Pulaski County, Kentucky?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation21,291
2Kentucky Utilities2,850

What electricity company is the largest provider in Pulaski County, Kentucky?

By total revenue, South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation is the largest electricity company in Pulaski County, Kentucky.

How many electric companies offer service in Pulaski County, Kentucky?

Pulaski County, Kentucky is home to 3 electricity companies offering service in the area.

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2023-09-29