Swift County, Minnesota Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Swift County, Minnesota Electricity Overview
As the 1047th highest county in the United States for non-renewable production per capita, Swift County generates 0.01 megawatt hours per person per year.
Swift County generates 100.00% of its electricity from non-renewable fuels, resulting in a ranking of 1104th out of 3221 counties in the US for total electricity production from non-renewable fuel sources.
In the previous year, Swift County saw a 4.55% decrease in CO2 emissions per capita.
With 9,838 citizens within its borders and 95 megawatt hours produced a year, Swift County has a megawatt hour per capita production of 0.01 megawatt hours. This is the 1946th highest megawatt hour per capita amount in the country.
Swift County uses 120374.75% more megawatt hours than it produces.
Citizens of Swift County consume enough electricity to emit 4,192.93 kilograms of CO2 gases per person, compared to the national average of 4,459.99.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
114,451 MWh
Consumption per Capita
11.63 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
95 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
95 MWh
Production per Capita
0.01 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
41,249,998 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
4,192.93 kg
Benson, MN Electricity Overview
On average, Benson's inhabitants purchase residential electricity for 9.36 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 32.21% less than the average state rate of 13.81 cents. There is a deficit of 40,389.81 megawatt hours in the city due to the fact that citizens are using 42515.58% more electricity than the city's electricity facilities generate. This results in the city having to import extra electricity. Benson Municipal Utilities is the largest supplier in the city based on total residential customers.
Roughly 14,613,365.25 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released a year in Benson because of electricity use. More importantly, the city averages 4,199.24 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city is home to one electricity generation plant. Benson's power plants mainly use Distillate Fuel Oil, which accounts for 100.00% (or 95 megawatt hours) of the fuel used for electricity production in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Benson
Benson residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Benson, Minnesota
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agralite Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 12.35 | 192.33 | 82,048 | 10,134,000 | |
| Benson Municipal Utilities | BUNDLED | 9.22 | 74.38 | 95 | 14,610.78 | 1,346,892.15 |
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Appleton, MN Electricity Overview
On average, Appleton's inhabitants purchase residential electricity for 11.89 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 13.95% less than the average state rate of 13.81 cents. The largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Otter Tail Power Company.
Roughly 5,831,738.44 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released a year in Appleton because of electricity use. More importantly, the city averages 4,189.47 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The electricity used in Appleton has to be imported from surrounding cities and rural areas, since there are no power generation sources in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Appleton
Appleton residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Appleton, Minnesota
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power Company | BUNDLED | 11.89 | 111.13 | 558,494 | 66,384,754 |
Murdock, MN Electricity Overview
On average, Murdock's inhabitants purchase residential electricity for 11.92 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 13.74% less than the average state rate of 13.81 cents. Otter Tail Power Company is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold. Murdock is the 606th largest city in Minnesota, with a population of 306.
Roughly 1,281,976.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released a year in Murdock because of electricity use. More importantly, the city averages 4,189.47 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The electricity used in Murdock has to be imported from surrounding cities and rural areas, since there are no power generation sources in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Murdock
Murdock residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Murdock, Minnesota
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agralite Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 12.35 | 192.33 | 82,048 | 10,134,000 | |
| Otter Tail Power Company | BUNDLED | 11.89 | 111.13 | 558,494 | 66,384,754 |
Electricity Production in Swift County, Minnesota
Power Plants in Swift County, Minnesota
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benson City ofBenson Municipal Utilities (100.00%) | Benson | MN | Distillate Fuel Oil | 95 | 68,230.44 | 718.22 |
Swift County, Minnesota Details
Releasing 41,249,998.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year, Swift County is the 55th worst out of 87 counties in Minnesota for total pollution from electricity use. The county also ranks 1949th highest in emissions per capita, averaging 4,192.93 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per citizen. This is, most likely, the more important of the two metrics. The county has one power producing plant. Swift County's top fuel used for electricity production is Distillate Fuel Oil. They generate 95 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of the total production in the county, from this fuel.
Providers In Each City in Swift County:
- Appleton, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Benson, Minnesota:
- Benson Municipal Utilities: 95.35%
- Agralite Electric Cooperative: 4.65%
- Clontarf, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Danvers, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- De Graff, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Holloway, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
- Murdock, Minnesota:
- Otter Tail Power Company: 93.80%
- Agralite Electric Cooperative: 6.20%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
Which electricity companies offer service in Swift County, Minnesota?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Otter Tail Power Company | 3,690 |
| 2 | Agralite Electric Cooperative | 2,053 |
| 3 | Benson Municipal Utilities | 1,819 |
| 4 | Kandiyohi Power Cooperative | 426 |
| 5 | Minnesota Valley Coop Light and Power | 30 |
How many power plants are within Swift County, Minnesota?
Swift County, Minnesota has one active electricity plant producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
Which electricity company is the largest provider in Swift County, Minnesota?
By total megawatt hours sold, Otter Tail Power Company is the largest electricity supplier in Swift County, Minnesota.
How many electric companies offer service in Swift County, Minnesota?
There are 5 electricity providers offering service in Swift County, Minnesota.
