Dawson County, Nebraska Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Dawson County, Nebraska Electricity Overview
Dawson County's average residential electricity rate is 11.22 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 29.94% less than the national average price of 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour.
With 14,113 megawatt generated from solar power and 24,031 residents in Dawson County, the county averages 0.59 megawatt hours generated from solar per capita, which gives it a ranking of 402nd out of 3230 counties in the country.
Dawson County emits 7,938.94 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases, compared to the Nebraska average of 8,217.06.
Dawson County is the 1699th most populated county in the United States, with 24,031 citizens residing within the county's borders.
The largest supplier in Dawson County by number of customers is Dawson Public Power.
Dawson County is the 1421st highest producing county out of 3230 counties in the country when considering megawatt hours generated from renewable fuels.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
408,436 MWh
Consumption per Capita
17 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
14,113 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
14,113 MWh
Production per Capita
0.59 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
190,780,651 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
7,938.94 kg
Lexington, NE Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 9.84 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Lexington, which is 12.84% below the average Nebraska price of 11.29 cents and 38.55% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Lexington, Nebraska Electric Utility has an estimated 2,275 total residential customers, which is more than all other electricity suppliers who operate in the city. With annual production of 9,405 megawatt hours, the city is the 6th highest producer of electricity in Nebraska.
Lexington citizens average 7,782.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 575th highest in Nebraska out of 590 in this category. With total emissions of 80,352,965.17 kilograms, the city ranks 17th highest in Nebraska for total pollution from electricity consumption, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The city has 2 power producing plants, which is the 4th highest out of any city in the state. Lexington has approximately 100.00% of its electricity generated by Solar.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lexington
Lexington residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Lexington, Nebraska
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dawson Public Power | BUNDLED | 11.21 | 151.03 | 259,059.39 | 29,038,138 | |
Lexington, Nebraska Electric Utility | BUNDLED | 9.83 | 127.16 | 56,603 | 5,562,000 |
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Cozad, NE Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 9.54 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Cozad, which is 15.50% below the average Nebraska price of 11.29 cents and 40.43% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Cozad Board of Public Works has an estimated 1,046 total residential customers, which is more than all other electricity suppliers who operate in the city. With annual production of 4,708 megawatt hours, the city is the 11th highest producer of electricity in Nebraska.
Cozad citizens average 7,647.87 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 576th highest in Nebraska out of 590 in this category. With total emissions of 30,285,570.65 kilograms, the city ranks 41st highest in Nebraska for total pollution from electricity consumption, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The city has one power producing plant. Cozad's power plants mainly use Solar, which accounts for 100.00% of the fuel sources used for electricity generation in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Cozad
Cozad residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Cozad, Nebraska
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Cozad Board of Public Works | BUNDLED | 9.51 | 114.49 | 25,138.42 | 2,390,552.98 | |
Dawson Public Power | BUNDLED | 11.21 | 151.03 | 259,059.39 | 29,038,138 |
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Gothenburg, NE Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 9.20 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Gothenburg, which is 18.48% below the average Nebraska price of 11.29 cents and 42.53% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Selling an estimated 30,934.13 megawatt hours, Gothenburg, Nebraska Electric Utility is the largest electricity supplier in the city. The US average monthly residential power bill is $137.21, while the Gothenburg average is 21.85% lower at $107.23 per month.
Gothenburg citizens average 8,223.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 64th highest in Nebraska out of 590 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 28,583,418.09 kilograms, which is the 45th worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Gothenburg have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Gothenburg
Gothenburg residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Gothenburg, Nebraska
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dawson Public Power | BUNDLED | 11.21 | 151.03 | 259,059.39 | 29,038,138 | |
Gothenburg, Nebraska Electric Utility | BUNDLED | 9.05 | 104.11 | 20,823.55 | 1,885,239.36 |
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Electricity Production in Dawson County, Nebraska
Power Plants in Dawson County, Nebraska
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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City of LexingtonIGS Solar (100.00%) | Lexington | NE | Solar | 7,110 | ||||
Monroe 009452 SCS Cozad, LLCSol Systems (100.00%) | Cozad | NE | Solar | 4,708 | ||||
Airport 009239 SCS Lexington, LLCSol Systems (100.00%) | Lexington | NE | Solar | 2,295 |
Dawson County, Nebraska Details
Dawson County citizens average 7,938.94 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity consumption, which is sufficient to rank them 69th highest in Nebraska out of 93 in this category. With total emissions of 190,780,651.11 kilograms, the county ranks 14th highest in Nebraska for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county has 3 power producing plants within its borders. This is the 840th most power plants within a single county in the United States. For electricity production purposes, Dawson County's main fuel type is Solar, accounting for 100.00% of production in the county.
Providers In Each City in Dawson County:
- Cozad, Nebraska:
- Cozad Board of Public Works: 98.23%
- Dawson Public Power: 1.77%
- Eddyville, Nebraska:
- Dawson Public Power: 100.00%
- Farnam, Nebraska:
- Dawson Public Power: 100.00%
- Gothenburg, Nebraska:
- Dawson Public Power: 6.83%
- Gothenburg, Nebraska Electric Utility: 93.17%
- Lexington, Nebraska:
- Dawson Public Power: 1.04%
- Lexington, Nebraska Electric Utility: 98.96%
- Overton, Nebraska:
- Dawson Public Power: 100.00%
- Sumner, Nebraska:
- Dawson Public Power: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
How many power plants are within Dawson County, Nebraska?
There are 3 active power plants located in Dawson County, Nebraska
What electricity companies offer service in Dawson County, Nebraska?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Dawson Public Power | 6,752 |
2 | Lexington, Nebraska Electric Utility | 4,470 |
3 | Cozad Board of Public Works | 2,108 |
4 | Gothenburg, Nebraska Electric Utility | 1,899 |
What electricity company is the largest provider in Dawson County, Nebraska?
By total revenue, Lexington, Nebraska Electric Utility is the largest electricity company in Dawson County, Nebraska.
How many electric companies offer service in Dawson County, Nebraska?
Dawson County, Nebraska is home to 4 electricity companies offering service in the area.