Electricity In Nevada
- Population3,080,156
- Total Consumption39,171,041 MWh / 12.72 MWh per capita
- CO2 Emissions from Consumption12,594,600,401 kg
- Total Production41,440,439 MWh / 13.45 MWh per capita
Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Nevada
Nevada residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electric Rates:
Energy Profile of Nevada
Nevada's Electricity Prices and Usage
The average residential electricity rate in Nevada in 2022 is 11.38 cents per kilowatt hour and the national average is 13.62 cents. This ranks Nevada as the 14th lowest priced state in the United States based on average electricity rate. Even though there are 13 electricity suppliers operating in the state, citizens often will only have one electricity company option due to the regulated electricity market in place. Selling 30,217,131 megawatt hours a year, NV Energy is the largest provider in the state. On average, citizens of Nevada account for 4,088.95 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use for each citizen in the state, while the US average emissions per capita is 4,539.83. The state has seen a 18.23% increase in electricity generated from solar energy during the course of the past year. The state consumes over 39,100,000 megawatt hours to meet their electricity needs, making the state the 33rd highest consumer of electricity in the United States.
Residential Electricity Providers in Nevada
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) | State Production (MWh) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV Energy | BUNDLED | 11.34 | 105.83 | 13,255,473 | 1,503,500,482 | 20,193,660.51 |
| Valley Electric Association | BUNDLED | 13.59 | 169.42 | 315,644 | 42,896,323 | |
| Overton Power District No 5 | BUNDLED | 10.39 | 127.29 | 204,118 | 21,216,000 | |
| Boulder City Utilities | BUNDLED | 10.17 | 122.14 | 102,067 | 10,380,696 | |
| Mount Wheeler Power | BUNDLED | 7.52 | 101.73 | 83,425 | 6,274,158 | |
| Wells Rural Electric Company | BUNDLED | 10.11 | 108.39 | 57,520 | 5,813,000 | |
| City of Fallon Utilities | BUNDLED | 14.81 | 78.7 | 25,907.99 | 3,836,020.16 | |
| Raft River Rural Electric Coop | BUNDLED | 9.87 | 91.23 | 16,504 | 1,629,510 | |
| Lincoln County Power District | BUNDLED | 7.93 | 70.85 | 15,918.77 | 1,262,501.26 | |
| Harney Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 8.58 | 163.15 | 14,061.21 | 1,206,038.05 |
Power Plants in Nevada
| Plant | City/County | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (KG) | Emissions/MWh (KG/MWh) | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chuck Lenzie Generating StationNV Energy (100.00%) | Clark County | Natural Gas | 6,071,698 | 2,402,210,424.32 | 395.64 | ||
TracyNV Energy (100.00%) | Storey County | Natural Gas | 4,249,621 | 1,809,370,460.66 | 425.77 | ||
Harry AllenNV Energy (100.00%) | Clark County | Natural Gas | 3,240,785 | 1,276,550,695.56 | 393.9 | ||
Apex Generating StationLos Angeles Department of Water & Power (100.00%) | Clark County | Natural Gas | 2,686,990 | 1,022,170,178.26 | 380.41 | ||
Higgins Generating StationNV Energy (100.00%) | Clark County | Natural Gas | 2,523,949 | 1,022,879,908.82 | 405.27 | ||
Hoover Dam (NV)US Bureau of Reclamation (100.00%) | Clark County | Conventional Hydroelectric | 2,031,980 | ||||
SilverhawkSouthern Nevada Water Authority (15.63%)Nevada Cogeneration Assoc # 1 (9.37%)NV Energy (75.00%) | Clark County | Natural Gas | 2,000,506 | 833,735,228.9 | 416.76 | ||
Hoover Dam (AZ)US Bureau of Reclamation (100.00%) | Clark County | Conventional Hydroelectric | 1,517,741 | ||||
| Humboldt County | Coal | 1,239,244.02 | 1,368,787,263 | 1,104.53 | Yes | 12/2025 | |
TS Power PlantNevada Gold Energy, LLC (100.00%) | Eureka County | Coal | 1,105,854 | 1,089,873,337.48 | 985.55 | Yes |
Quick Facts
Nevada is 34th highest in the United States for electricity production from wind per capita, averaging 0.11 megawatt hours per person generated from wind.
Nevada has the 36th highest total electricity generation in the country, producing 41,440,439.33 megawatt hours.
Nevada consumes 94.52% of the electricity that is produced in their generation facilities, so they will export or store the leftover megawatt hours.
Nevada produces 69.00% of its electricity from non-renewable fuel types, giving it a ranking of 34th worst for total electricity generation from non-renewable fuel types.
Nevada is home to 3,080,156 residents and its power generating plants produce 41,440,439.33 megawatt hours of electricity each year, for a generation per capita average of 13.45 megawatt hours per capita per year.
Almost 5.02% of the state of Nevada’s electricity comes from hydroelectric power facilities, ranking them 20th in the US for total hydroelectric production.
| County | Population | Providers | Plants | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Avg. Electric Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson City | 55,916 | 2 | 11.34 | $105.83/mo | |
| Churchill County | 24,909 | 2 | 12 | 11.34 | $105.83/mo |
| Clark County | 2,266,715 | 6 | 51 | 11.30 | $119.58/mo |
| Douglas County | 48,905 | 2 | 11.34 | $105.83/mo | |
| Elko County | 52,778 | 5 | 1 | 9.79 | $102.96/mo |
| Esmeralda County | 873 | 3 | 12.12 | $127.89/mo | |
| Eureka County | 2,029 | 4 | 2 | 9.33 | $104.88/mo |
| Humboldt County | 16,831 | 4 | 3 | 9.84 | $137.00/mo |
| Lander County | 5,532 | 2 | 2 | 11.34 | $105.83/mo |
| Lincoln County | 5,183 | 3 | 10.48 | $108.77/mo | |
| Lyon County | 57,510 | 2 | 4 | 11.34 | $105.83/mo |
| Mineral County | 4,505 | 3 | 3 | 11.43 | $108.26/mo |
| Nye County | 46,523 | 4 | 3 | 11.04 | $119.68/mo |
| Pershing County | 6,725 | 2 | 1 | 11.34 | $105.83/mo |
| Storey County | 4,123 | 2 | 6 | 11.34 | $105.83/mo |
| Washoe County | 471,519 | 3 | 9 | 11.53 | $102.40/mo |
| White Pine County | 9,580 | 2 | 1 | 7.58 | $101.88/mo |
About 12,594,600,400.71 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted in Nevada from electricity use a year. Additionally, the state ranks 32nd highest in the nation for emissions per capita, which could be argued to be the more important statistic. Roughly 63.27% of Nevada’s electricity is generated using Natural Gas. When taken together with Solar (15.54%) and Geothermal (9.49%), these three fuel types account for 36,594,538.36 megawatt hours (or 88.31%) of the state electricity production. Nevada has 97 electricity generation plants, which is the 35th most power plants within a state and the 29th highest rate of power plants per resident in a state.
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FAQ: Common Questions About Energy in Nevada
Where does Nevada get its electricity?
Nevada’s electricity is produced using primarily Natural Gas, which makes up 63.27% of the fuel used in the state. In addition, Solar makes up 15.54% and Geothermal accounts for 9.49%.
How much does electricity cost in Nevada?
The average price per kilowatt hour of electricity in Nevada in 2022 is 11.38 cents.
What electricity company is the largest provider in Nevada?
By total revenue, NV Energy is the largest electricity supplier in Nevada.
How many electric companies offer service in Nevada?
There are 13 electricity companies operating in Nevada.
What is the average electric bill in Nevada?
The average electricity bill in the state of Nevada in 2022 is $110 while the national average is $122.
How many power plants are within Nevada?
Nevada has 97 active power plants generating electricity for the state.
Does Nevada have a deregulated electricity market?
No, the state has a regulated market, where citizens’ electricity company choices are usually determined by their location or state legislation.
What is the cheapest electricity company in Nevada?
| Residential Rate Rank | Provider | Residential Rate (¢) | State Customers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mount Wheeler Power | 7.52 | 7,292 |
| 2 | Lincoln County Power District | 7.93 | 2,041 |
| 3 | Harney Electric Cooperative | 8.58 | 1,370 |
| 4 | Raft River Rural Electric Coop | 9.87 | 1,799 |
| 5 | Wells Rural Electric Company | 10.11 | 5,573 |
| 6 | Boulder City Utilities | 10.17 | 8,195 |
| 7 | Overton Power District No 5 | 10.39 | 16,578 |
| 8 | NV Energy | 11.34 | 1,346,018 |
| 9 | Surprise Valley Electric | 11.87 | 10 |
| 10 | Alamo Power District No 3 | 13.03 | 737 |
What power companies offer service in Nevada?
| State Customers Rank | Provider | State Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NV Energy | 1,346,018 |
| 2 | Valley Electric Association | 23,718 |
| 3 | Overton Power District No 5 | 16,578 |
| 4 | Boulder City Utilities | 8,195 |
| 5 | Mount Wheeler Power | 7,292 |
| 6 | Wells Rural Electric Company | 5,573 |
| 7 | City of Fallon Utilities | 4,844 |
| 8 | Lincoln County Power District | 2,041 |
| 9 | Raft River Rural Electric Coop | 1,799 |
| 10 | Harney Electric Cooperative | 1,370 |
