Surry County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Surry County, North Carolina Electricity Overview
The largest electricity provider in Surry County by megawatt hours sold is Duke Energy Carolinas.
Renewable electricity fuel types account for 100.00%, or 71,491 megawatt hours, of Surry County's total energy production.
Surry County has emissions of 3,621.37 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases. It is the 2153rd worst polluting county in the nation by per capita pollution.
At an average residential rate of 13.30 cents per kilowatt hour in the county compared to the nationwide average 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, customers in Surry County benefit from a 16.94% discount from the nationwide average rate.
Surry County is home to 71,403 people and its power generation plants produce 71,491 megawatt hours of electricity a year, for a generation per capita average of 1 megawatt hours per capita.
Surry County had a 161.64% increase over the last year in the usage of renewable fuels for electricity generation.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
913,560 MWh
Consumption per Capita
12.79 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
71,491 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
71,491 MWh
Production per Capita
1 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
258,576,981 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
3,621.37 kg
Mount Airy, NC Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity price for Mount Airy is roughly 13.30 cents per kilowatt hour. This is, regrettably, 0.21% above the state's average rate of 13.27 cents, resulting in the city ranking 363rd lowest for average electricity price out of 777 cities in the state. Power plants in the city have had a 4.85% decline in the use of renewable energy versus non-renewable and fossil fuels. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Duke Energy Carolinas.
Electricity use in Mount Airy creates 40,414,665.02 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 87th highest of any city in North Carolina. Additionally, the city ranks 700th highest in the state for emissions per resident, which could be argued to be the more important statistic. The city is home to one power producing plant. Mount Airy's power plants most often use Solar, which makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity production in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Mount Airy
Mount Airy residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Mount Airy, North Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 12.00 | 116.99 | 21,966,293.89 | 2,635,938,139 | |
Surry-Yadkin EMC | BUNDLED | 14.60 | 155.89 | 353,422 | 51,602,400 |
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Elkin, NC Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity price for Elkin is roughly 13.30 cents per kilowatt hour. This is, regrettably, 0.21% above the state's average rate of 13.27 cents, resulting in the city ranking 363rd lowest for average electricity price out of 777 cities in the state. The city has seen a 100.00% rise in electricity generated by facilities specializing in solar power. There is a deficit of 45,750.18 megawatt hours in the city due to citizens using 752.47% more electricity than the city's electricity plants generate. This leads to the city having to purchase additional electricity.
Electricity use in Elkin creates 13,857,008.76 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 219th highest of any city in North Carolina. Additionally, the city ranks 720th highest in the state for emissions per resident, which could be argued to be the more important statistic. The city is home to one power producing plant. Elkin's power plants most often use Solar, which makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity production in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Elkin
Elkin residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Elkin, North Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 12.00 | 116.99 | 21,966,293.89 | 2,635,938,139 | |
Surry-Yadkin EMC | BUNDLED | 14.60 | 155.89 | 353,422 | 51,602,400 |
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Pilot Mountain, NC Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity price for Pilot Mountain is roughly 12.00 cents per kilowatt hour. This is, thankfully, 9.58% below the state's average rate of 13.27 cents, resulting in the city ranking 56th lowest for average electricity price out of 777 cities in the state. Duke Energy Carolinas has an estimated 287 residential customers, more than any other electricity provider in the city. The US average monthly residential electricity bill is $138.02, while the Pilot Mountain average is 15.23% below at $116.99 per month.
Electricity use in Pilot Mountain creates 6,770,021.75 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 343rd highest of any city in North Carolina. This total also equates to a ranking of 143rd worst in the state for emissions per resident from electricity consumption. There are zero electricity plants in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Pilot Mountain
Pilot Mountain residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Pilot Mountain, North Carolina
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 12.00 | 116.99 | 21,966,293.89 | 2,635,938,139 |
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Electricity Production in Surry County, North Carolina
Power Plants in Surry 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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Stony Knoll Solar, LLCStony Knoll Solar, LLC (100.00%) | Surry County | NC | Solar | 37,012 | ||||
1001 Ebenezer Church SolarTransAlta Corporation (100.00%) | Surry County | NC | Solar | 8,934 | ||||
Hayes Solar, LLCHayes Solar, LLC (100.00%) | Surry County | NC | Solar | 6,535 | ||||
Partin SolarPartin Solar, LLC (100.00%) | Elkin | NC | Solar | 6,080 | ||||
COC Surry LFG, LLCCary Oil Company (100.00%) | Surry County | NC | Landfill Gas | 5,724 | 3,527,638.36 | 616.29 | ||
Ararat Rock Solar, LLCOppidum Renewables USA, LLC (100.00%) | Surry County | NC | Solar | 5,696 | ||||
Mayberry Solar LLCOppidum Renewables USA, LLC (100.00%) | Mount Airy | NC | Solar | 1,510 |
Surry County, North Carolina Details
Approximately 258,576,981.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted in Surry County due to electricity use. Additionally, the county ranks 2153rd worst in the United States for emissions per resident, which could be argued to be the more important metric. The county has the 393rd most electricity generation plants of any county in the United States, with 7 total plants. In Surry County, Solar is 91.99% of the fuel types used for electricity production.
Providers In Each City in Surry County:
- Dobson, North Carolina:
- Surry-Yadkin EMC: 50.00%
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
- Elkin, North Carolina:
- Surry-Yadkin EMC: 50.00%
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
- Mount Airy, North Carolina:
- Surry-Yadkin EMC: 50.00%
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
- Pilot Mountain, North Carolina:
- Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Surry County, North Carolina?
By total revenue, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest electricity provider in Surry County, North Carolina.
What electricity companies offer service in Surry County, North Carolina?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Duke Energy Carolinas | 74,796 |
2 | Surry-Yadkin EMC | 10,338 |
3 | Blue Ridge Energy | 492 |
How many electric companies offer service in Surry County, North Carolina?
Surry County, North Carolina has 3 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.
How many power plants are located in Surry County, North Carolina?
Surry County, North Carolina has 7 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.