Douglas County, Minnesota Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Douglas County, Minnesota Electricity Overview
As the 635th largest generator of solar power in the United States, Douglas County produces a total of 13,820 megawatt hours from solar.
Citizens in Douglas County pay $147.92 per month for residential electricity, compared to the state average of $111.66.
The nationwide average residential rate per kilowatt hour is 16.01 cents, while residents of Douglas County benefit from an average rate that is 22.76% below that at 12.36 cents per kilowatt hour.
Douglas County produces 99.78% of its electricity from renewable fuels, or 0.36 megawatt hours per citizen a year.
As the 60th largest producer of electricity in the state out of 87 counties, Douglas County produces 13,851 megawatt hours of electricity from various fuels.
Douglas County produces 0 megawatt hours of electricity per person in the county from non-renewable electricity fuel sources. They are the 1184th highest county in the country for non-renewable generation per capita.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
450,542 MWh
Consumption per Capita
11.63 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
13,851 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
13,820 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
31 MWh
Production per Capita
0.36 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
152,554,440 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
3,937.7 kg
Alexandria, MN Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 10.47 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Alexandria, which is 28.60% below the average Minnesota price of 14.67 cents and 34.57% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Alexandria Utilities is the largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold. Alexandria citizens use 526318.88% of the electricity produced within the city boundaries and the city must import megawatt hours generated in rural areas or other nearby municipalities to make up the difference.
Alexandria citizens average 4,062.67 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 58th highest in Minnesota out of 915 in this category. With total emissions of 56,999,256.6 kilograms, the city ranks 77th highest in Minnesota for total pollution from electricity consumption, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The city has one power producing plant. Alexandria's power plants mainly use Distillate Fuel Oil, which accounts for 100.00% of the fuel sources used for electricity generation in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Alexandria
Alexandria residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Alexandria, Minnesota
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Alexandria Utilities | BUNDLED | 10.35 | 83.2 | 31 | 82,711 | 8,562,800 |
Otter Tail Power Company | BUNDLED | 10.97 | 97.66 | 534,479.6 | 58,614,334 | |
Runestone Electric Association | BUNDLED | 12.65 | 157.79 | 209,829 | 26,549,000 |
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Osakis, MN Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 16.49 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Osakis, which is 12.38% above the average Minnesota price of 14.67 cents and 2.98% more than the US average of 16.01. Selling an estimated 12,412.75 megawatt hours, Northern States Power Company is the largest electricity supplier in the city. The US average monthly residential power bill is $138.02, while the Osakis average is 25.88% lower at $102.3 per month.
Osakis citizens average 4,062.1 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 350th highest in Minnesota out of 915 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 6,808,071.32 kilograms, which is the 277th worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Osakis have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Osakis
Osakis residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Osakis, Minnesota
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Northern States Power Company | BUNDLED | 16.49 | 102.3 | 9,042,026.59 | 1,490,591,907 |
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Evansville, MN Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 11.05 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Evansville, which is 24.70% below the average Minnesota price of 14.67 cents and 31.00% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 52 total residential customers, Otter Tail Power Company is the largest supplier in the city. Evansville has the 453rd largest population in Minnesota, with 633 residents living within its borders.
Evansville citizens average 4,062.1 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 350th highest in Minnesota out of 915 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 2,571,306.17 kilograms, which is the 444th worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Evansville have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Evansville
Evansville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Evansville, Minnesota
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Otter Tail Power Company | BUNDLED | 10.97 | 97.66 | 534,479.6 | 58,614,334 | |
Runestone Electric Association | BUNDLED | 12.65 | 157.79 | 209,829 | 26,549,000 |
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Electricity Production in Douglas County, Minnesota
Power Plants in Douglas County, Minnesota
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Novel OYA of Osakis CSGNovel-OYA Two LLP (100.00%) | Douglas County | MN | Solar | 8,721 | ||||
Novel Herickhoff Solar CSGREA Investments, LLC (100.00%) | Douglas County | MN | Solar | 1,790 | ||||
Douglas Todd Community Solar One LLC CSGMadison Energy Holdings LLC (100.00%) | Douglas County | MN | Solar | 1,696 | ||||
FastSun 13 CSGEDF Renewables (100.00%) | Douglas County | MN | Solar | 1,613 | ||||
AlexandriaAlexandria Utilities (100.00%) | Alexandria | MN | Distillate Fuel Oil | 31 | 18,891.16 | 609.39 |
Douglas County, Minnesota Details
Douglas County citizens average 3,937.7 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity consumption, which is sufficient to rank them 44th highest in Minnesota out of 87 in this category. With total emissions of 152,554,440.13 kilograms, the county ranks 23rd highest in Minnesota for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county has 5 power producing plants within its borders. This is the 559th most power plants within a single county in the United States. For electricity production purposes, Douglas County's main fuel type is Solar, accounting for 99.78% of production in the county.
Providers In Each City in Douglas County:
- Alexandria, Minnesota:
- Runestone Electric Association: 4.20%
- Otter Tail Power Company: 4.04%
- Alexandria Utilities: 91.76%
- Brandon, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Carlos, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Evansville, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 95.28%
- Runestone Electric Association: 4.72%
- Farwell, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Forada, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Garfield, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 97.90%
- Runestone Electric Association: 2.10%
- Kensington, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Millerville, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Miltona, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Nelson, Minnesota:
- Alexandria Utilities: 100.00%
- Osakis, Minnesota:
- Northern States Power Company: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
How many power plants are within Douglas County, Minnesota?
There are 5 active power plants located in Douglas County, Minnesota
What electricity companies offer service in Douglas County, Minnesota?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Alexandria Utilities | 10,514 |
2 | Runestone Electric Association | 6,274 |
3 | Otter Tail Power Company | 4,928 |
4 | Lake Region Electric Cooperative | 75 |
What electricity company is the largest provider in Douglas County, Minnesota?
By total revenue, Alexandria Utilities is the largest electricity company in Douglas County, Minnesota.
How many electric companies offer service in Douglas County, Minnesota?
Douglas County, Minnesota is home to 4 electricity companies offering service in the area.