Montgomery County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Montgomery County, North Carolina Electricity Overview
Montgomery County emits 682.12 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases. It is the 2778th worst polluting county in the US by per capita pollution.
At an average residential price of 13.99 cents per kilowatt hour in the county compared to the national average 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, residents of Montgomery County enjoy a 12.60% discount from the US average rate.
When measuring CO2 emissions per capita, Montgomery County had a 45.06% decline over the most recent 12 months.
With a state average residential electric bill of $134.93, Montgomery County citizens, on average, pay about 8.83% more than other residents per month for electricity.
Montgomery County generates 34.34% of their electricity from hydroelectric power, roughly 153,414 megawatt hours a year.
As the 26th highest generator of electricity out of 100 counties in the state, Montgomery County generates 446,759 megawatt hours of electricity.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
331,260 MWh
Consumption per Capita
12.79 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
446,759 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
446,759 MWh
Production per Capita
17.26 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
17,660,866 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
682.12 kg
Biscoe, NC Electricity Overview
Biscoe's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 14.25 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.35% higher than the average North Carolina rate of 13.27 cents and 11.00% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The city ranks 6th out of 777 cities in the state for renewable energy generation per capita, with 46.57 megawatt hours being produced per person. Producing 46.57 megawatt hours per capita living in the city, Biscoe ranks as the 8th highest producing city in North Carolina out of 777 cities.
Emissions in Biscoe average 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 760th highest polluting city out of 777 cities in North Carolina based on emissions per capita. At 0 kilograms per person and 3,188 people in the city, the city emits 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 760th worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. The city has one electricity producing plant within its borders. For electricity production purposes, Biscoe's top fuel is Solar, accounting for 148,456 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of generation in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Biscoe
Biscoe residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Biscoe, North Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Progress | BUNDLED | 14.24 | 143.6 | 16,029,504.89 | 2,282,480,112 | |
Randolph Electric Membership Corporation | BUNDLED | 14.29 | 150.15 | 386,851 | 55,279,000 |
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Troy, NC Electricity Overview
Troy's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 14.19 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.94% higher than the average North Carolina rate of 13.27 cents and 11.34% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The city ranks 39th out of 777 cities in the state for solar production per capita. Duke Energy Progress has an estimated 224 total residential customers, which is more than all other suppliers who operate in the city.
Emissions in Troy average 2,937.13 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 732nd highest polluting city out of 777 cities in North Carolina based on emissions per capita. At 2,937.13 kilograms per person and 2,973 people in the city, the city emits 8,732,092.02 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 303rd worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. The city has one electricity producing plant within its borders. For electricity production purposes, Troy's top fuel is Solar, accounting for 9,208 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of generation in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Troy
Troy residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Troy, North Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Progress | BUNDLED | 14.24 | 143.6 | 16,029,504.89 | 2,282,480,112 | |
Pee Dee EMC | BUNDLED | 13.19 | 154.06 | 270,296 | 35,653,300 |
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Star, NC Electricity Overview
Star's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 14.26 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.48% higher than the average North Carolina rate of 13.27 cents and 10.89% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $146.88 per month. Duke Energy Progress is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.
Emissions in Star average 3,875.23 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 143rd highest polluting city out of 777 cities in North Carolina based on emissions per capita. At 3,875.23 kilograms per person and 1,351 people in the city, the city emits 5,235,431.81 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 385th worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation happening within the city limits, electricity suppliers who service Star must source all of the megawatt hours they need every year.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Star
Star residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Star, North Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Progress | BUNDLED | 14.24 | 143.6 | 16,029,504.89 | 2,282,480,112 | |
Randolph Electric Membership Corporation | BUNDLED | 14.29 | 150.15 | 386,851 | 55,279,000 |
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Electricity Production in Montgomery County, North Carolina
Power Plants in Montgomery County, North Carolina
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Narrows (NC) | Montgomery County | NC | Conventional Hydroelectric | 424,745 | ||||
Montgomery County | NC | Conventional Hydroelectric | 153,414 | |||||
Cabin Creek Solar, LLCCabin Creek Solar, LLC (100.00%) | Biscoe | NC | Solar | 148,456 | ||||
Tuckertown Hydro | Montgomery County | NC | Conventional Hydroelectric | 104,748 | ||||
Uwharrie Mountain RenewableUwharrie Mountain Renewable Energy, LLC (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Landfill Gas | 42,482 | 23,818,588.38 | 560.67 | ||
Montgomery Solar LLCOppidum Renewables USA, LLC (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Solar | 39,331 | ||||
Whiskey SolarWhiskey Solar, LLC (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Solar | 11,309 | ||||
Achilles SolarAchilles Farm, LLC (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Solar | 10,164 | ||||
Biscoe Solar LLCAES Distributed Energy (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Solar | 9,456 | ||||
Hector FarmHector Farm, LLC (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Solar | 9,452 | ||||
Fisher Solar Farm - NCFisher Solar Farm, LLC (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Solar | 9,426 | ||||
Kalish Farm Solar | Candor | NC | Solar | 9,329 | ||||
Haywood Farm Solar, LLCCD Global Solar Holdings, LLC (100.00%) | Troy | NC | Solar | 9,208 | ||||
Gilead | Mount Gilead | NC | Solar | 7,006 | ||||
CopperfieldCypress Creek Renewables (100.00%) | Montgomery County | NC | Solar | 4,061 |
Montgomery County, North Carolina Details
Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a county. Montgomery County averages 682.12 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen from electricity use. This comes to a total emissions amount from electricity use of 17,660,866.42 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The primary fuel used in Montgomery County is Solar, making up 56.15% of the fuel used in the county for electricity generation. Adding Solar totals to Conventional Hydroelectric (34.34%) and Landfill Gas (9.51%), these three fuel sources make up 100.00% of the county's electricity generation. Montgomery County has 15 electricity plants, which is 141st highest in the United States.
Providers In Each City in Montgomery County:
- Biscoe, North Carolina:
- Duke Energy Progress: 83.67%
- Randolph Electric Membership Corporation: 16.33%
- Candor, North Carolina:
- Duke Energy Progress: 77.14%
- Pee Dee EMC: 22.86%
- Mount Gilead, North Carolina:
- Duke Energy Progress: 51.97%
- Randolph Electric Membership Corporation: 10.47%
- Pee Dee EMC: 37.55%
- Star, North Carolina:
- Randolph Electric Membership Corporation: 50.00%
- Duke Energy Progress: 50.00%
- Troy, North Carolina:
- Duke Energy Progress: 95.56%
- Pee Dee EMC: 4.44%
* 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 Montgomery County, North Carolina?
The largest electricity company in Montgomery County, North Carolina by megawatt hours sold is Duke Energy Progress.
How many power plants are located in Montgomery County, North Carolina?
Montgomery County, North Carolina is home to 15 power plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity companies offer service in Montgomery County, North Carolina?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Duke Energy Progress | 30,301 |
2 | Randolph Electric Membership Corporation | 6,561 |
3 | Pee Dee EMC | 2,337 |
4 | Energy United Electric Member Corp | 1,136 |
How many electric companies offer service in Montgomery County, North Carolina?
Montgomery County, North Carolina is home to 4 electricity providers operating in the area.