Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska Electricity Overview

Scotts Bluff County generates 0.25 megawatt hours per capita per year from solar energy, giving the county a rank of 3rd in Nebraska out of 93 counties for this category.

Scotts Bluff County released 319,008,440.44 kilograms of CO2 gases from electricity consumption, which makes them the 10th worst polluting county in Nebraska.

The use of coal in the production of electricity declined in Scotts Bluff County over the course of the last 12 months, with a decreased usage of roughly 78.75% taking place.

Scotts Bluff County had a 1.30% increase over the last year in the usage of renewable fuels for electricity production.

Scotts Bluff County produces 0.17 megawatt hours of electricity per person in the county from non-renewable electricity fuel sources. They are the 914th highest county in the United States for non-renewable generation per capita.

With 9,227 megawatt hours produced by solar, Scotts Bluff County is 3rd out of 93 counties in the state for solar power electricity production.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    614,930 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.97 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    15,305 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    9,227 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    6,078 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.42 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    319,008,440 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    8,805.33 kg

Scottsbluff, NE Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Scottsbluff is about 10.25 cents per kilowatt hour. Fortunately for the citizens, this rate is lower than both the Nebraska and the nationwide average prices of 10.91 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. Scottsbluff produces 3.75% of the electricity used in the city and must import power from neighboring cities and counties or rural area power generation facilities. Nebraska Public Power District sells an estimated 46,537.29 megawatt hours in the city each year, more than any other supplier.

Emissions in Scottsbluff average 8,508.78 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 576th worst polluting city out of 590 cities in Nebraska based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 123,470,925.08 kilograms, which is the 13th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city has one power producing plant. For the purpose of electricity production, Scottsbluff's top fuel type is Solar, making up 100.00%, or 9,227 megawatt hours of production in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.128/kWh$0.082/kWh$147.30/mo.$66.89/mo.
235th10.25¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Scottsbluff
53rd$103.52Average residential monthly electricity bill for Scottsbluff Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Scottsbluff, Nebraska

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Nebraska Public Power DistrictBUNDLED10.25103.52882,04990,390,686

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Gering, NE Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Gering is about 15.21 cents per kilowatt hour. While this is higher than the state average rate of 10.91 cents per kilowatt hour, it is below the US average of 15.34 cents. City of Gering Utilities is the largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The US average monthly residential power bill is $137.45, while the Gering average is 28.03% below at $98.92 per month.

Emissions in Gering average 8,839.95 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 437th worst polluting city out of 590 cities in Nebraska based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 75,325,174.42 kilograms, which is the 18th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Gering have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Gering

Gering residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.160/kWh$0.133/kWh$125.44/mo.$98.92/mo.
553rd15.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Gering
34th$98.92Average residential monthly electricity bill for Gering Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Gering, Nebraska

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
City of Gering UtilitiesBUNDLED15.2198.9232,213.534,901,081.97

Mitchell, NE Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Mitchell is about 11.25 cents per kilowatt hour. While this is higher than the state average rate of 10.91 cents per kilowatt hour, it is below the US average of 15.34 cents. City of Mitchell Utilities is the largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The US average monthly residential power bill is $137.45, while the Mitchell average is 37.58% below at $85.8 per month.

Emissions in Mitchell average 8,839.95 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 37th worst polluting city out of 590 cities in Nebraska based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 16,707,496.73 kilograms, which is the 67th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Mitchell have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Mitchell

Mitchell residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.143/kWh$0.105/kWh$120.08/mo.$69.72/mo.
376th11.25¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Mitchell
14th$85.8Average residential monthly electricity bill for Mitchell Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Mitchell, Nebraska

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
City of Mitchell UtilitiesBUNDLED11.2585.85,904.98664,070.48

Electricity Production in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska

Power Plants in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Western Meadowlark Solar SCS NE 1, LLCSol Systems (100.00%)
Scottsbluff NE Solar 9,227
Western Sugar Coop - ScottsbluffWestern Sugar Cooperative (100.00%)
Scotts Bluff County NE Coal 6,0786,717,070.591,105.14

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Emissions in Scotts Bluff County average 8,805.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, which ranks them as the 579th worst polluting county in the nation based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the county are 319,008,440.44 kilograms, which is the 10th worst total amount of pollution for any county in the state. The county has 2 electricity generation plants, which is 17th highest in the state. Scotts Bluff County's fuel of choice is Solar, with 60.29% of electricity generation coming from the fuel type.

SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
60.29%
COAL
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
39.71%

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska Net Metering

There are 8 companies in Scotts Bluff County providing electricity. Of those 8, 62.50% of them offer some type of net metering option for their customers, making solar panels and alternative electric sources more economically feasible. The state of Nebraska has highly restricted state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

Scotts Bluff County electricity companies who report energy loss average roughly 3.52% of their energy lost per year. The US average is 2.45%, meaning Scotts Bluff County ranks 703rd best in the US for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Scotts Bluff County:

  • Gering, Nebraska:
    • City of Gering Utilities: 100.00%
  • Henry, Nebraska:
    • Wyrulec Company: 50.05%
    • Roosevelt Public Power District: 49.95%
  • Lyman, Nebraska:
    • Lyman, Nebraska Electric Utility: 100.00%
  • McGrew, Nebraska:
    • Nebraska Public Power District: 100.00%
  • Melbeta, Nebraska:
    • Nebraska Public Power District: 100.00%
  • Minatare, Nebraska:
    • Chimney Rock Public Power: 4.00%
    • Nebraska Public Power District: 96.00%
  • Mitchell, Nebraska:
    • City of Mitchell Utilities: 100.00%
  • Morrill, Nebraska:
    • Morrill Electric: 100.00%
  • Scottsbluff, Nebraska:
    • Nebraska Public Power District: 100.00%
  • Terrytown, Nebraska:
    • Nebraska Public Power District: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many power plants are in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska?

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska has 2 active electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska?

The largest electricity company in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska by megawatt hours sold is Nebraska Public Power District.

What electricity companies offer service in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska?

How many electric companies offer service in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska?

There are 8 electricity providers operating in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska.

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Last Reviewed By: King Manalo
Published: 2022-09-18