Sherman County, OR: 3 Electric Providers

Sherman County, Oregon Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Sherman County, Oregon Electricity Overview

Sherman County produces 2,867,003 megawatts from wind energy. That is enough to rank them 2nd out of 36 counties in Oregon for electricity production from wind power .

At $157.05, the Sherman County average monthly residential electric bill is 32.26% above the Oregon average and 13.79% higher than the US average.

Sherman County ranks 579th out of 3230 counties in the nation in solar power production, with 18,385 megawatt hours produced from solar power.

After a 4.18% rise in electricity generated by wind, Sherman County's total electric generation is now 99.36% wind powered.

Sherman County is home to over 1,784 residents and produces 18,385 megawatt hours of electricity from solar sources, or 10.31 megawatt hour per capita. This ranks Sherman County 86th out of 3230 counties in the country for solar megawatt hours produced per capita.

On average, Sherman County citizens are responsible for 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year, making them the 30th highest polluting county out of 36 counties in the state based on per capita pollution.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    22,789 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.77 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    2,885,388 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    2,885,388 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    1,617.37 MWh

Wasco, OR Electricity Overview

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Wasco's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 13.18 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.36% more than the average state price of 12.88 cents. PacifiCorp is the largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold. Wasco is the 290th largest city in the state, with a population of 486.

Electricity consumption in Wasco results in the release of 1,026,514.74 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 287th highest in Oregon out of 427 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 367th worst in the state for pollution per citizen. Since there is no electricity generation occurring in the city limits, electricity companies who service Wasco must source the megawatt hours they consume each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Wasco

Wasco residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.137/kWh$0.097/kWh$164.49/mo.$68.82/mo.
329th13.18¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Wasco
412th$139.01Average residential monthly electricity bill for Wasco Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Wasco, Oregon

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
PacifiCorpBUNDLED12.23112.916,002,909.31733,967,207
Wasco ElectricBUNDLED14.13165.1153,600.557,576,373.13

Moro, OR Electricity Overview

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Moro's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 13.18 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.36% more than the average state price of 12.88 cents. PacifiCorp is the largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold. Moro is the 321st largest city in the state, with a population of 347.

Electricity consumption in Moro results in the release of 732,923.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 318th highest in Oregon out of 427 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 51st worst in the state for pollution per citizen. Since there is no electricity generation occurring in the city limits, electricity companies who service Moro must source the megawatt hours they consume each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Moro

Moro residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.137/kWh$0.097/kWh$164.49/mo.$68.82/mo.
327th13.18¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Moro
410th$139.01Average residential monthly electricity bill for Moro Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Moro, Oregon

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
PacifiCorpBUNDLED12.23112.916,002,909.31733,967,207
Wasco ElectricBUNDLED14.13165.1153,600.557,576,373.13

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Grass Valley, OR Electricity Overview

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Grass Valley's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 13.18 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.36% more than the average state price of 12.88 cents. PacifiCorp is the largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold. Grass Valley is the 343rd largest city in the state, with a population of 259.

Electricity consumption in Grass Valley results in the release of 547,052.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 340th highest in Oregon out of 427 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 51st worst in the state for pollution per citizen. Since there is no electricity generation occurring in the city limits, electricity companies who service Grass Valley must source the megawatt hours they consume each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Grass Valley

Grass Valley residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.137/kWh$0.097/kWh$164.49/mo.$68.82/mo.
327th13.18¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Grass Valley
410th$139.01Average residential monthly electricity bill for Grass Valley Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Grass Valley, Oregon

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
PacifiCorpBUNDLED12.23112.916,002,909.31733,967,207
Wasco ElectricBUNDLED14.13165.1153,600.557,576,373.13

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Electricity Production in Sherman County, Oregon

Power Plants in Sherman County, Oregon

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Sherman County OR Wind 932,425
Klondike Windpower IIIAvangrid (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Wind 686,468
Golden Hill WindAvangrid (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Wind 590,691
Klondike Windpower IIAvangrid (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Wind 228,664
Star Point Wind Project LLCAvangrid (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Wind 195,619
Hay Canyon Wind Power LLCAvangrid (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Wind 172,044
Klondike Wind PowerAvangrid (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Wind 35,400
PaTu Wind Farm LLCPaTu Wind Farm LLC (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Wind 25,692
WyEast SolarAvangrid (100.00%)
Sherman County OR Solar 18,385

Sherman County, Oregon Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Sherman County results in the release of 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is 2957th highest in the United States out of 3230 counties. Additionally, the county ranks 30th worst in the state for pollution per citizen, which could be argued to be the more important metric. The county has 9 power generation plants, which is 300th highest in the nation. Sherman County's primary fuel is Wind, with 99.36% of electricity generation using this fuel source.

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Sherman County, Oregon Net Metering

There are 3 companies in Sherman County providing electricity. Of those 3, 3 of them offer some type of net metering option for their consumers, making solar panels and alternative electric sources more economically viable. The state of Oregon has some of the best state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

Sherman County electricity providers who report energy loss average roughly 6.53% of their energy lost per year. With a state average energy loss of 2.01%, Sherman County is ranked as the 31st best county in Oregon for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Sherman County, Oregon

Providers In Each City in Sherman County:

  • Grass Valley, Oregon:
    • PacifiCorp: 50.00%
    • Wasco Electric: 50.00%
  • Moro, Oregon:
    • Wasco Electric: 50.00%
    • PacifiCorp: 50.00%
  • Rufus, Oregon:
    • Klickitat County PUD: 10.08%
    • PacifiCorp: 77.28%
    • Wasco Electric: 12.64%
  • Wasco, Oregon:
    • Wasco Electric: 50.01%
    • PacifiCorp: 49.99%

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

FAQ

How many power plants are within Sherman County, Oregon?

Sherman County, Oregon is home to 9 active electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Sherman County, Oregon?

The largest electricity supplier in Sherman County, Oregon by total customer count is PacifiCorp.

How many electric companies offer service in Sherman County, Oregon?

There are 3 electricity suppliers serving consumers in Sherman County, Oregon.

What electricity companies offer service in Sherman County, Oregon?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1PacifiCorp4,175
2Wasco Electric1,077
3Columbia Basin Electric Cooperative22

Matt Hope
Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2024-03-29