Waseca County, Minnesota Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Waseca County, Minnesota Electricity Overview

Citizens of Waseca County consume enough electricity to release 3,404.78 kilograms of CO2 gases per capita, compared to the national average of 4,376.39.

Waseca County is the 50th largest county by population in Minnesota, with 18,972 citizens calling the county home.

Waseca County produces 39,113 megawatt hours of electricity from renewable fuels. This ranks Waseca County 1175th largest producing county out of 3221 counties in the nation for total renewable electricity production.

Within the last year, Waseca County experienced a 10.88% decline in CO2 emissions per capita.

At an average residential rate of 15.05 cents per kilowatt hour in the county compared to the national average 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, residents of Waseca County benefit from a 1.88% discount from the US average price.

Waseca County produces 0.07% of its electricity from non-renewable fuel sources, giving it a ranking of 1219th in the nation out of 3221 counties for total electricity production from non-renewable sources.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    220,379 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    11.62 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    39,139 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    39,113 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    26 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    2.06 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    64,595,504 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,404.78 kg

Waseca, MN Electricity Overview

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On average, Waseca's residents spend 13.56 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which ranks the city 320th out of 915 cities in the state. The state average monthly residential electric bill is $110.11, while the Waseca average is 26.34% below at $81.1 per month. This ranks the city 23rd in the state for average monthly bill amount. Selling an estimated 51,201.17 megawatt hours each year, Waseca Utilities is the largest vendor in the city.

Waseca emits 4,128.5 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident in the city due to electricity use, which makes it the 56th highest polluting city out of 915 cities in the state based on emissions per capita. With total emissions of 38,134,978.33 kilograms, the city ranks 105th highest in the state for total pollution from electricity consumption. The city is home to one power generation plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Waseca

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.171/kWh$0.121/kWh$138.70/mo.$66.47/mo.
320th13.56¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Waseca
23rd$81.1Average residential monthly electricity bill for Waseca Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Waseca, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Northern States Power CompanyBUNDLED15.6498.269,045,1401,414,982,269
Waseca UtilitiesBUNDLED13.0877.0925,888.073,385,641.04

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Janesville, MN Electricity Overview

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On average, Janesville's residents spend 12.29 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which ranks the city 232nd out of 915 cities in the state. Power generation plants in the city are fueled by non-renewable fuels for 100.00% of the megawatt hours produce. This is the 58th most in Minnesota out of the 915 cities. The Minnesota average monthly residential power bill is $110.11, while the Janesville average is 27.11% less at $80.26 per month. This ranks the city 16th in the state for average monthly bill total.

Janesville emits 4,195.91 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident in the city due to electricity use, which makes it the 27th highest polluting city out of 915 cities in the state based on emissions per capita. This adds up to total emissions of 10,636,625.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions, making the city 222nd highest for total pollution in the state. Distillate Fuel Oil makes up 96.90% of the fuel sources used for electricity production in Janesville. Janesville has one electricity producing plant in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Janesville

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.171/kWh$0.121/kWh$138.70/mo.$66.47/mo.
232nd12.29¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Janesville
16th$80.26Average residential monthly electricity bill for Janesville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Janesville, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Janesville UtilitiesBUNDLED11.2774.7926.468,255.08930,670.31
Northern States Power CompanyBUNDLED15.6498.269,045,1401,414,982,269

New Richland, MN Electricity Overview

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On average, New Richland's residents spend 15.64 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which ranks the city 688th out of 915 cities in the state. The state average monthly residential electric bill is $110.11, while the New Richland average is 10.76% below at $98.26 per month. This ranks the city 80th in the state for average monthly bill amount. Northern States Power Company has an estimated 176 total residential customers, more than any other provider who operates in the city.

New Richland emits 4,128.5 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident in the city due to electricity use, which makes it the 332nd highest polluting city out of 915 cities in the state based on emissions per capita. This adds up to total emissions of 4,103,731.56 kilograms of CO2 emissions, making the city 350th highest for total pollution in the state. The city has zero power plants currently operating in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in New Richland

New Richland residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.171/kWh$0.121/kWh$138.70/mo.$66.47/mo.
688th15.64¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of New Richland
80th$98.26Average residential monthly electricity bill for New Richland Residents

Electric Companies With Service in New Richland, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Northern States Power CompanyBUNDLED15.6498.269,045,1401,414,982,269

Electricity Production in Waseca County, Minnesota

Power Plants in Waseca County, Minnesota

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Waseca SolarWaseca Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 15,952
Waseca County MN Solar 3,389
Waseca County MN Solar 2,076
Novel Haley Solar CSGNovel Haley Solar LLC CSG (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,886
Altair Community Solar GardenGeronimo Energy (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,883
Loon GardenLoon Garden LLC (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,838
Novel Kanewischer Solar CSGNovel Kanewischer Solar LLC CSG (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,825
Silver Lake GardenExcelsior Energy Capital (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,775
Severson GardenSeverson Garden LLC (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,774
Clear Garden CSGClear Garden LLC (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,768
Buffalo GardenBuffalo Garden LLC (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,747
Waseca County MN Solar 1,713
Novel Winegar Partnership Solar CSGNovel Winegar Partnership Solar CSG (100.00%)
Waseca County MN Solar 1,487
Janesville MN Distillate Fuel Oil 26.46180,276.026,813.15

Waseca County, Minnesota Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Releasing 64,595,503.82 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Waseca County ranks 2109th highest in the nation for total pollution from electricity consumption. Additionally, the county ranks 2261st worst in the country for pollution per capita, which could be argued to be the more important statistic. They average 3,404.78 kilograms of emissions per capita. Solar is the fuel of choice in Waseca County, with 99.93% of electricity production coming from the fuel source. Distillate Fuel Oil and Natural Gas have the second and third highest total usage, respectively, for electricity generation. Distillate Fuel Oil makes up 0.07% of electricity generation and Natural Gas accounts for 0.00% of total production in the county. There are 14 power producing plants in Waseca County, which is the 102nd highest number of plants in a county in the country.

SOLAR
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99.93%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
0.07%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
0.00%

Waseca County, Minnesota Net Metering

Waseca County has 5 out of 6 providers reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. The state of Minnesota has great state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

Waseca County has 4 companies who are reporting energy loss from their electricity grid. The average energy loss for these companies is 3.86%. The US average for energy loss is 2.45% and the Minnesota average is 3.41%, resulting in a rank of 1030th best in the US and a state rank of 51st best out of 3221 and 87 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Waseca County:

  • Janesville, Minnesota:
    • Northern States Power Company: 23.29%
    • Janesville Utilities: 76.71%
  • New Richland, Minnesota:
    • Northern States Power Company: 100.00%
  • Waldorf, Minnesota:
    • Northern States Power Company: 100.00%
  • Waseca, Minnesota:
    • Northern States Power Company: 18.97%
    • Waseca Utilities: 81.03%

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

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Waseca County, Minnesota?

The largest electricity provider in Waseca County, Minnesota by megawatt hours sold is Northern States Power Company.

How many electric companies offer service in Waseca County, Minnesota?

There are 6 electricity companies serving customers in Waseca County, Minnesota.

How many power plants are located in Waseca County, Minnesota?

Waseca County, Minnesota is home to 14 active electricity plants generating electricity for the county and surrounding areas.

What electricity companies offer service in Waseca County, Minnesota?

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Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2022-09-21