Yellowstone County, Montana Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Yellowstone County, Montana Electricity Overview
Yellowstone County has seen year over year increase of 100.00% for electricity generation from solar energy.
Over 18.63% of Yellowstone County's electricity generation comes from renewable fuel types, ranking Yellowstone County at 570th in the US for total sustainable electricity generation.
Usage of non-renewable fuels has increased by 14.55% in Yellowstone County.
Non-renewable fuel sources are used in the production of 81.37% of the megawatt hours produced in Yellowstone County, ranking it 468th out of 3230 counties in the county for total megawatt hours produced from non-renewable sources.
As the 208th highest generator of solar powered electricity in the United States, Yellowstone County produces 112,231 megawatt hours from solar.
Yellowstone County averages 0.66 megawatt hours per person generated from renewable electricity sources, which is 600th highest in the country out of 3230.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
2,350,872 MWh
Consumption per Capita
13.84 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
602,293 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
112,231 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
490,062 MWh
Production per Capita
3.55 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
1,416,725,736 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
8,340.94 kg
Billings, MT Electricity Overview
On average, Billings' residents purchase residential electricity for 13.26 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 8.00% more than the average Montana price of 12.28 cents and 16.57% below the nationwide average of 15.90 cents. With an estimated 331 residential customers, Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative is the largest electricity supplier in the city.
The use of electricity in Billings accounts for 850,559,093.63 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year, which is the largest amount in the state out of 498 cities. More telling of the city's emissions reality is the per resident CO2 emission amount. Currently that amount stands at 7,089.82 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in them being the 291st ranked city in the state for CO2 emissions released per capita. The city is home to zero power generation plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Billings
Billings residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Billings, Montana
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | BUNDLED | 13.94 | 103.5 | 2,855,525.57 | 397,976,039 | |
| Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 12.36 | 121 | 241,369.55 | 29,826,145 |
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Laurel, MT Electricity Overview
On average, Laurel's residents purchase residential electricity for 13.26 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 8.00% more than the average Montana price of 12.28 cents and 16.57% below the nationwide average of 15.90 cents. With an estimated 16 residential customers, Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative is the largest electricity supplier in the city.
The use of electricity in Laurel accounts for 50,791,499.03 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year, which is the 17th largest amount in the state out of 498 cities. More telling of the city's emissions reality is the per resident CO2 emission amount. Currently that amount stands at 7,089.82 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in them being the 41st ranked city in the state for CO2 emissions released per capita. The city is home to zero power generation plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Laurel
Laurel residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Laurel, Montana
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | BUNDLED | 13.94 | 103.5 | 2,855,525.57 | 397,976,039 | |
| Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 12.36 | 121 | 241,369.55 | 29,826,145 |
Lockwood CDP, MT Electricity Overview
On average, Lockwood CDP's residents purchase residential electricity for 13.26 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 8.00% more than the average Montana price of 12.28 cents and 16.57% below the nationwide average of 15.90 cents. Producing 68.43 megawatt hours per citizen living in the city, Lockwood CDP ranks as the 3rd highest producing city in the state out of 498 cities. Electricity production facilities in the city are fueled by non-renewable fuels for 100.00% of the megawatt hours they produce. This is 3rd most out of the 498 cities in the state.
Releasing 105,390,415.95 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, Lockwood CDP ranks 8th highest out of 498 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity use. This total equates to 14,715.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, ranking the city worst in the state for emissions per capita. Petroleum Coke is the primary fuel type in Lockwood CDP, with 97.96% of electricity generation coming from the fuel source. Other Gas (2.00%) is also used in the generation of electricity, as well as Distillate Fuel Oil (0.05%). Lockwood CDP has the highest number of power generation plants of any city in the state, with one total plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lockwood CDP
Lockwood CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Lockwood CDP, Montana
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | BUNDLED | 13.94 | 103.5 | 2,855,525.57 | 397,976,039 | |
| Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 12.36 | 121 | 241,369.55 | 29,826,145 |
Electricity Production in Yellowstone County, Montana
Power Plants in Yellowstone County, Montana
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Yellowstone Energy LPYellowstone Energy LP (100.00%) | Lockwood CDP | MT | Petroleum Coke | 486,779 | 517,884,661.88 | 1,063.9 | ||
| Yellowstone County | MT | Solar | 126,143 |
Yellowstone County, Montana Details
As the highest ranked county out of 56 counties in Montana, Yellowstone County emits 1,416,725,735.55 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption per year. This total results in 8,340.94 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, ranking the county 536th worst in the country for emissions per capita from electricity consumption. The primary fuel utilized in Yellowstone County is Petroleum Coke. The county produces 79.70% of the total generation in the county from this fuel. Combined with Solar (18.63%) and Other Gas (1.63%), these three fuels account for 99.96% of the county electricity production. Yellowstone County is home to 2 electricity plants, which is the 2nd highest number of power plants within a county in Montana.
FAQ
Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Yellowstone County, Montana?
By total revenue, Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative is the largest electricity supplier in Yellowstone County, Montana.
How many electric companies offer service in Yellowstone County, Montana?
There are 3 electricity providers offering service in Yellowstone County, Montana.
What electricity companies offer service in Yellowstone County, Montana?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative | 16,590 |
| 2 | NorthWestern Energy | 9,045 |
| 3 | Fergus Electric Cooperative | 409 |
How many power plants are located in Yellowstone County, Montana?
Yellowstone County, Montana is home to 2 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and surrounding areas.
