Clark County, NV: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Clark County, Nevada Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Clark County, Nevada Electricity Overview

As the highest generator of electricity in Nevada out of 17 counties, Clark County generates 28,630,409.54 megawatt hours of electricity.

Clark County has seen year over year increase of 8.75% for electricity production from solar power.

Non-renewable fuel sources are used in the production of 69.03% of the megawatt hours produced in Clark County, ranking it 17th out of 3230 counties in the nation for total megawatt hours generated from non-renewable sources.

While the national average residential rate of electricity sits at 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, Clark County's average is 8.13% below that at 14.71 cents per kilowatt hour.

The burning of natural gas in Clark County yields a total of 19,756,040 megawatts of electricity, propelling this county into its ranking of 5th out of 3230 counties in the US.

When calculating by number of customers, NV Energy is the largest electricity supplier in Clark County.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    28,033,723 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.07 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    28,630,410 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    8,866,751 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    19,763,659 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    12.32 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    7,699,754,303 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,314.59 kg

Las Vegas, NV Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Las Vegas is around 17.02 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.28% higher than the average US price of 16.01 cents. NV Energy has an estimated 3,458 residential customers, which is more than any other provider who operates in the city.

Around 3,547.43 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 71st worst polluter in Nevada out of 133 cities. Total emissions in the city are 2,328,184,962.32 kilograms, which is the worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city is home to no power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Las Vegas

Las Vegas residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.184/kWh$0.107/kWh$273.09/mo.$67.88/mo.
37th17.02¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Las Vegas
33rd$141.73Average residential monthly electricity bill for Las Vegas Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Las Vegas, Nevada

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Colorado River CommissionBUNDLED
NV EnergyBUNDLED16.98142.4412,311,234.772,090,764,593

Zips with electric coverage in Las Vegas, Nevada include: 89108, 89110, 89129, 89117, 89030, 89131, 89101, 89149, 89104, 89102, 89107 and 13 other zip code(s).

Henderson, NV Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Henderson is around 17.02 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.28% higher than the average US price of 16.01 cents. The city generates 26,151 megawatt hours from its power plants, which is the 9th most in total production for a city in Nevada. Production using renewable resources comes to 0.08 megawatt hours produced per person in the city. This ranks them 8th in the state out of 133 cities.

Around 3,524.23 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 119th worst polluter in Nevada out of 133 cities. Total emissions in the city are 1,167,959,267.25 kilograms, which is the 2nd worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. Solar makes up 100.00% of the fuel used for electricity production in Henderson. Henderson has 2 electricity producing plants within its borders. This is the 4th highest number of power plants within a city in the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Henderson

Henderson residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.184/kWh$0.107/kWh$273.09/mo.$67.88/mo.
37th17.02¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Henderson
34th$141.73Average residential monthly electricity bill for Henderson Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Henderson, Nevada

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Colorado River CommissionBUNDLED
NV EnergyBUNDLED16.98142.4412,311,234.772,090,764,593

Zips with electric coverage in Henderson, Nevada include: 89123, 89052, 89122, 89074, 89014, 89183, 89015, 89012, 89002, 89011, 89044 and 3 other zip code(s).

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North Las Vegas, NV Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of North Las Vegas is around 17.02 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.28% higher than the average US price of 16.01 cents. Natural gas is one of the major fuel types used in the nation, and North Las Vegas is in on the action. They generate 260,757 megawatt hours from the use of natural gas as the fuel source. This amount ranks them as the 3rd highest city in the state out of 133 cities for natural gas generation. NV Energy sells an estimated 48,982.75 megawatt hours in the city a year, which is more than any other provider.

Around 3,670.04 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 2nd worst polluter in Nevada out of 133 cities. Total emissions in the city are 1,029,589,088.49 kilograms, which is the 3rd worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. Natural Gas makes up 83.46% of the fuel used for electricity production in North Las Vegas. North Las Vegas has 2 electricity producing plants within its borders. This is the 4th highest number of power plants within a city in the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in North Las Vegas

North Las Vegas residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.184/kWh$0.107/kWh$273.09/mo.$67.88/mo.
37th17.02¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of North Las Vegas
34th$141.73Average residential monthly electricity bill for North Las Vegas Residents

Electric Companies With Service in North Las Vegas, Nevada

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Colorado River CommissionBUNDLED
NV EnergyBUNDLED16.98142.44260,75712,311,234.772,090,764,593

Zips with electric coverage in North Las Vegas, Nevada include: 89031, 89115, 89030, 89032, 89101, 89081, 89130, 89084, 89106, 89086, 89085 and 2 other zip code(s).

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Electricity Production in Clark County, Nevada

Power Plants in Clark County, Nevada

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Chuck Lenzie Generating StationNV Energy (100.00%)
Clark County NV Natural Gas 6,886,1742,613,249,198.98379.49
Clark County NV Natural Gas 2,570,246988,654,404.78384.65
Clark County NV Natural Gas 2,298,718898,042,834.64390.67
Higgins Generating StationNV Energy (100.00%)
Clark County NV Natural Gas 2,141,761868,589,122.52405.55
Clark County NV Natural Gas 2,075,115.48851,347,912.24410.27
Desert Star Energy CenterDesert Star Energy Center SDG&E (100.00%)
Boulder City NV Natural Gas 1,647,411657,211,612.82398.944/2027
Boulder City NV Conventional Hydroelectric 1,245,713
Eagle Shadow Mountain Solar Farm325MK 8me LLC (100.00%)
Clark County NV Solar 856,600
Copper Mountain Solar 5, LLCConsolidated Edison Development (100.00%)
Boulder City NV Solar 672,818
Silver State Solar Power SouthNextEra Energy (100.00%)
Clark County NV Solar 643,606
Arrow Canyon Solar HybridArrow Canyon Solar LLC (100.00%)
Clark County NV Solar 630,186
Boulder City NV Solar 597,537
Moapa Southern PaiuteMoapa Southern Paiute LLC (65.00%)Goldman Sachs/General Electric (35.00%)
Clark County NV Solar 589,966
Whitney CDP NV Natural Gas 570,663302,375,675529.87
Techren Solar II LLCTechren Solar II LLC (100.00%)
Boulder City NV Solar 535,932
Nevada Cogen Associates 2 Black MountainPanwest NCA2 Holdings LLC (100.00%)
Clark County NV Natural Gas 506,052198,412,935.42392.0810/2030
Nevada Cogen Assoc#1 GarnetVlyBonneville Nevada Corporation (50.00%)NSG New Nevada Holdings LLC (50.00%)
Clark County NV Natural Gas 459,349185,561,697.3403.9712/2032
Townsite Solar Project HybridSkylar Resources, LP (100.00%)
Boulder City NV Solar 429,263
Boulder City NV Solar 364,764
Las Vegas Generating StationNV Energy (100.00%)
North Las Vegas NV Natural Gas 339,696161,474,367.46475.35

Clark County, Nevada Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Around 3,314.59 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the county from electricity consumption, ranking them as the 2211th worst in the US. This adds up to total emissions of 7,699,754,302.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption, ranking the county the highest for total emissions in the state. Over 69.00% of electricity in Clark County comes from generation using Natural Gas. Taken together with Solar (26.43%) and Conventional Hydroelectric (4.43%), these three fuel types account for 99.87% of the county's electricity generation. There are 53 electricity plants in Clark County, which is the 16th highest number of power plants in a county in the country.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
69.00%
SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
26.43%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
4.43%
LANDFILL GAS
Landfill Gas
0.10%
WASTE HEAT
Waste Heat
0.10%
OTHER
Other
-0.07%

Clark County, Nevada Net Metering

Of the 4 electricity suppliers in Clark County, 75.00% of them report that they offer net metering. Nevada has highly favorable regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with solar installations.

Energy Loss

The county has 3 companies who report energy loss from their power grid. The average energy loss amount for these suppliers is 2.89%. The national average is 2.87%, meaning Clark County ranks 340th best in the United States for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Clark County:

  • Boulder City, Nevada:
    • NV Energy: 41.84%
    • Boulder City Utilities: 8.23%
    • Colorado River Commission: 49.93%
  • Henderson, Nevada:
    • NV Energy: 50.00%
    • Colorado River Commission: 50.00%
  • Las Vegas, Nevada:
    • NV Energy: 48.29%
    • Colorado River Commission: 51.71%
  • Mesquite, Nevada:
    • Overton Power District No 5: 100.00%
  • North Las Vegas, Nevada:
    • Colorado River Commission: 53.08%
    • NV Energy: 46.92%

* 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 Clark County, Nevada?

By total megawatt hours sold, NV Energy is the largest electricity supplier in Clark County, Nevada.

How many electric companies offer service in Clark County, Nevada?

Clark County, Nevada is home to 4 electricity companies operating in the area.

How many power plants are within Clark County, Nevada?

There are 53 active electricity plants located in Clark County, Nevada

What electricity companies offer service in Clark County, Nevada?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1NV Energy101,037
2Overton Power District No 517,579
3Boulder City Utilities8,185
4Colorado River Commission6

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