Golden Valley County, Montana Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Golden Valley County, Montana Electricity Overview
Golden Valley County uses 98.91% more electricity than it generates.
The US average residential price per kilowatt hour sits at 16.01 cents, while residents of Golden Valley County enjoy an average rate that is 6.99% below that at 14.89 cents per kilowatt hour.
Golden Valley County produces 5,696 megawatt hours of electricity from sustainable fuel types. This ranks Golden Valley County 1600th largest producing county in the United States out of 3230 counties for total sustainable electricity production.
Golden Valley County has seen year over year increase of 4.30% for electricity production using solar energy.
Golden Valley County generates 100.00% of its electricity from renewable fuel sources, or 6.95 megawatt hours per citizen each year.
Averaging production of 6.95 megawatt hours per citizen a year, Golden Valley County ranks 23 out of 56 counties in Montana in production per capita.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
11,330 MWh
Consumption per Capita
13.82 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
5,696 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
5,696 MWh
Production per Capita
6.95 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
2,933,426 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
3,577.35 kg
Ryegate, MT Electricity Overview
Citizens who call Ryegate home spend, on average, 14.89 cents per kilowatt hour for their electricity. Sadly, this is 18.41% more than Montana's average price of 12.57 cents, resulting in the city ranking 450th out of 498 cities in Montana for best average electricity rate. The largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold is NorthWestern Energy. Ryegate has the 207th highest population in Montana, with 281 residents .
Ryegate is the 204th highest ranked city in Montana out of 498 when it comes to total pollution from electricity use, with the city emitting 2,021,522.15 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This total also equates to a ranking of 53rd worst in the state for emissions per capita. The city has no power production sources, resulting in the need to import the 3,882.62 megawatt hours that citizens here consume.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ryegate
Ryegate residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Ryegate, Montana
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fergus Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 15.21 | 137.82 | 69,465 | 10,565,000 | |
| NorthWestern Energy | BUNDLED | 14.57 | 104.71 | 2,783,639.73 | 405,507,408 |
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Lavina, MT Electricity Overview
Citizens who call Lavina home spend, on average, 14.89 cents per kilowatt hour for their electricity. Sadly, this is 18.41% more than Montana's average price of 12.57 cents, resulting in the city ranking 450th out of 498 cities in Montana for best average electricity rate. Lavina produces 145.38% more electricity than is needed by citizens in the city, which means the extra megawatt hours may be exported to neighboring cities or counties. Electric generation plants in the city have attained a 4.30% rise the use of renewable fuel sources versus non-renewable and fossil fuels.
Lavina is the 454th highest ranked city in Montana out of 498 when it comes to total pollution from electricity use, with the city emitting 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Additionally, the city ranks 454th highest in the state for emissions per capita, which could be argued to be the more important statistic. They average 0 kilograms of emissions per citizen. Solar is the primary fuel type in Lavina, with 100.00% of electricity production coming from the fuel type. Lavina has the 3rd highest number of electricity plants of any city in the state, with one total plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lavina
Lavina residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Lavina, Montana
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fergus Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 15.21 | 137.82 | 69,465 | 10,565,000 | |
| NorthWestern Energy | BUNDLED | 14.57 | 104.71 | 2,783,639.73 | 405,507,408 |
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Electricity Production in Golden Valley County, Montana
Power Plants in Golden Valley County, Montana
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Magpie Solar, LLCNextEra Energy (100.00%) | Lavina | MT | Solar | 5,696 |
Golden Valley County, Montana Details
Golden Valley County's electricity use results in CO2 pollution totaling 2,933,425.81 kilograms, which is the 2835th largest amount of any county in the US. Additionally, the county ranks 2163rd worst in the United States for emissions per citizen, which could be argued to be the more important metric. Solar is the primary fuel in Golden Valley County, with 100.00% of electricity production coming from the fuel type. Golden Valley County has one power plant.
FAQ
How many power plants are located in Golden Valley County, Montana?
Golden Valley County, Montana has one active electricity plant producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity company is the largest provider in Golden Valley County, Montana?
By total customer count, NorthWestern Energy is the largest electricity company in Golden Valley County, Montana.
How many electric companies offer service in Golden Valley County, Montana?
There are 2 electricity suppliers offering service in Golden Valley County, Montana.
What electricity companies offer service in Golden Valley County, Montana?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NorthWestern Energy | 4,075 |
| 2 | Fergus Electric Cooperative | 495 |
