Electric Rates & Providers in Westmoreland County, PA

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania Electricity Overview

Westmoreland County ranks 12th in Pennsylvania out of 67 counties in solar power generation, with 3,482 megawatt hours generated from solar energy.

Westmoreland County consumes about 55.69% of the generation put out by its generating plants.

At $151.3, the Westmoreland County average monthly residential electric bill is 5.40% more than the Pennsylvania average.

Westmoreland County has a population of 352,057 residents.

Citizens of Westmoreland County use enough electricity to emit 3,706.94 kilograms of CO2 gases per year per capita, compared to the state average of 3,189.56.

Hydroelectric power now accounts for 0.84% of the electricity produced in Westmoreland County after a 21.62% in electricity generated using hydroelectric power.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    3,760,887 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    10.68 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    6,753,408 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    60,417 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    6,692,991 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    19.18 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    1,305,054,933 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,706.94 kg

Murrysville municipality, PA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Murrysville municipality is approximately 17.61 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.69% below Pennsylvania's average rate of 18.10 cents. The average monthly residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $149.27 per month, while the US average is $137.21. West Penn Power sells an estimated 27,375.48 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than any other electricity supplier.

On average, Murrysville municipality residents emit 3,236.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 1546th worst polluting city out of 1892 cities in Pennsylvania. At 3,236.37 kilograms per person and 20,810 people in the city, the city emits 67,348,885.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 32nd worst rank in Pennsylvania for total pollution. Electricity providers suppliers servicing Murrysville municipality have to turn to electricity produced in nearby towns and other areas, since zero electricity production happens within city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Murrysville municipality

Murrysville municipality residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.155/kWh$0.100/kWh$166.54/mo.$72.61/mo.
46th14.75¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Murrysville municipality
683rd$132.34Average residential monthly electricity bill for Murrysville municipality Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Murrysville municipality, Pennsylvania

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
APG&EENERGY14.61128.8664,1989,379,900
Agway Energy ServicesENERGY15.21118.4611,2371,708,700
All American Power and GasENERGY22.49162.554,216948,000
Alpha Gas and ElectricENERGY10.96103.2815,8071,732,700
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.5597.02438,88541,926,000

Zips with electric coverage in Murrysville municipality, Pennsylvania include: 15068, 15146, 15644, 15668, 15632, 15085, 15626

Greensburg, PA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Greensburg is approximately 17.61 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.69% below Pennsylvania's average rate of 18.10 cents. The average monthly residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $149.27 per month, while the US average is $137.21. West Penn Power sells an estimated 3,025.68 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than any other electricity supplier.

On average, Greensburg residents emit 3,236.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 42nd worst polluting city out of 1892 cities in Pennsylvania. At 3,236.37 kilograms per person and 14,982 people in the city, the city emits 48,487,313.62 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 47th worst rank in Pennsylvania for total pollution. Electricity providers suppliers servicing Greensburg have to turn to electricity produced in nearby towns and other areas, since zero electricity production happens within city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Greensburg

Greensburg residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.155/kWh$0.100/kWh$166.54/mo.$72.61/mo.
46th14.75¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Greensburg
683rd$132.34Average residential monthly electricity bill for Greensburg Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Greensburg, Pennsylvania

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
APG&EENERGY14.61128.8664,1989,379,900
Agway Energy ServicesENERGY15.21118.4611,2371,708,700
All American Power and GasENERGY22.49162.554,216948,000
Alpha Gas and ElectricENERGY10.96103.2815,8071,732,700
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.5597.02438,88541,926,000

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New Kensington, PA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for New Kensington is approximately 17.61 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.69% below Pennsylvania's average rate of 18.10 cents. The average monthly residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $149.27 per month, while the US average is $137.21. West Penn Power sells an estimated 3,190.84 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than any other electricity supplier.

On average, New Kensington residents emit 3,236.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 1546th worst polluting city out of 1892 cities in Pennsylvania. At 3,236.37 kilograms per person and 12,222 people in the city, the city emits 39,554,929.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 71st worst rank in Pennsylvania for total pollution. Electricity providers suppliers servicing New Kensington have to turn to electricity produced in nearby towns and other areas, since zero electricity production happens within city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in New Kensington

New Kensington residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.155/kWh$0.100/kWh$166.54/mo.$72.61/mo.
46th14.75¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of New Kensington
683rd$132.34Average residential monthly electricity bill for New Kensington Residents

Electric Companies With Service in New Kensington, Pennsylvania

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
APG&EENERGY14.61128.8664,1989,379,900
Agway Energy ServicesENERGY15.21118.4611,2371,708,700
All American Power and GasENERGY22.49162.554,216948,000
Alpha Gas and ElectricENERGY10.96103.2815,8071,732,700
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.5597.02438,88541,926,000

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Electricity Production in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania

Power Plants in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Tenaska Westmoreland Generating StationTenaska (100.00%)
Westmoreland County PA Natural Gas 6,660,5012,330,483,173.48349.9
Conemaugh Hydro PlantNRR Conemaugh LP (99.90%)
Westmoreland County PA Conventional Hydroelectric 56,992
Hunker Solar River, LLCSolRiver Capital LLC (100.00%)
Westmoreland County PA Solar 3,482

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Westmoreland County results in 1,305,054,933 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 260th highest amount of any county in the country. Averaging 3,706.94 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, the county ranks 2113th worst for pollution per capita. Natural Gas is the primary fuel in Westmoreland County, with 99.11% of electricity generation coming from the fuel source. Conventional Hydroelectric and Solar make up the next highest amounts of fuel used at 0.84% and 0.05% of total electricity generation, respectively. Westmoreland County is home to 3 power producing plants, which is the 26th most plants within a county in Pennsylvania.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
99.11%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
0.84%
SOLAR
Solar
0.05%

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania Net Metering

Out of the 60 suppliers in Westmoreland County, 4 of them offer net metering to their customers. Regulations put in place at the state level are above average for consumers interested in installing solar or other alternative electricity generation sources.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for electricity companies in Westmoreland County is 5.41%. This includes data from 8 providers, including West Penn Power, Direct Energy, and REA Electric. With a state average energy loss of 3.78%, Westmoreland County is ranked as the 58th best county in the state for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Westmoreland County:

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

FAQ

How many electric companies offer service in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania?

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania is home to 60 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.

Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania?

By total customer count, West Penn Power is the largest electricity provider in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.

How many power plants are located in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania?

There are 3 power plants in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania

What electricity companies offer service in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania?

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2024-03-21