Allendale County, SC: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

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Allendale County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

The average monthly residential electric bill in Allendale County totals $160.31. In contrast, the US average bill is $138.02.

Allendale County is home to 8,304 people and its power generating plants produce 291,367 megawatt hours of electricity per year, for a generation per capita average of 35.09 megawatt hours per capita per year.

Allendale County is 212th in the nation out of 3230 counties in solar power production, with 170,395 megawatt hours generated from solar.

Allendale County is the 586th highest producing county in the country out of 3230 counties when it comes to megawatt hours generated using renewable fuel types.

With a population of 8,304 citizens, Allendale County is the 2646th most populated county in the US.

The nationwide average residential rate per kilowatt hour is 16.12 cents, while residents of Allendale County benefit from an average rate that is 7.46% below that at 14.92 cents per kilowatt hour.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    130,997 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.78 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    291,367 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    291,367 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    35.09 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    85,992,380 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    10,355.54 kg

Recent Electricity Rates and Production Changes in Allendale

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Allendale Electricity Pricing Data

Average Residential Bundled Electricity Rate for April, 2024

14.5¢ per kWh

  • 0.75% lower than last month
  • 4.44% lower than April last year
  • 2.68% lower than the South Carolina average
  • 14.27% lower than the US average
  • 289th in the state out of 475 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 5 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 146 since April last year
  • 14,139th in the US out of 31,696 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 804 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 3,618 since April last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Rate

14.26¢ per kWh

  • 0.39% lower than last month
  • 10.84% lower than April last year
  • 1.08% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 11.57% lower than the US average
  • 312th in the state out of 475 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 6 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 142 since April last year
  • 13,958th in the US out of 31,696 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 185 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 7,229 since April last year

Average Residential Bundled Electricity Bill for April, 2024

$109.14 per month

  • 2.81% lower than last month
  • 6.84% lower than April last year
  • 5.2% lower than the South Carolina average
  • 3.2% lower than the US average
  • 269th in the state out of 475 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 112 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 43 since April last year
  • 15,701st in the US out of 31,696 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,761 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 5,757 since April last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Bill

$143.04 per month

  • 0.46% lower than last month
  • 13.94% lower than April last year
  • 2.7% lower than the South Carolina average
  • 5.12% higher than the US average
  • 299th in the state out of 475 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 130 since April last year
  • 18,989th in the US out of 31,696 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 507 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 8,021 since April last year

Allendale, SC Electricity Overview

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Allendale's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 14.26 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 11.57% below the average nationwide rate of 16.12 cents. Dominion Energy has an estimated 206 total residential customers, more than all other providers who operate in the city. The power grid in the city is faced with an average of 1.07 outages per customer each year, with outages lasting around 78.4 minutes. The national averages of outages and outage time frames are 1.45 outages each year and 171.11 minutes a outage.

The consumption of electricity in Allendale accounts for 11,658,799.15 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 158th largest emissions amount in the state out of 475 cities. Averaging 4,124.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 81st worst in South Carolina for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Allendale, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Allendale

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.189/kWh$0.048/kWh$254.27/mo.$65.51/mo.
312th14.26¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Allendale
299th$143.04Average residential monthly electricity bill for Allendale Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Allendale, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dominion EnergyBUNDLED14.21143.18,288,3531,177,942,000

Fairfax, SC Electricity Overview

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Fairfax's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 14.26 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 11.57% below the average nationwide rate of 16.12 cents. Dominion Energy has an estimated 206 total residential customers, more than all other providers who operate in the city. The power grid in the city is faced with an average of 1.07 outages per customer each year, with outages lasting around 78.4 minutes. The national averages of outages and outage time frames are 1.45 outages each year and 171.11 minutes a outage.

The consumption of electricity in Fairfax accounts for 8,833,798.3 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 183rd largest emissions amount in the state out of 475 cities. Averaging 4,124.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 81st worst in South Carolina for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Fairfax, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Fairfax

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.189/kWh$0.048/kWh$254.27/mo.$65.51/mo.
312th14.26¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Fairfax
299th$143.04Average residential monthly electricity bill for Fairfax Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Fairfax, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dominion EnergyBUNDLED14.21143.18,288,3531,177,942,000

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Sycamore, SC Electricity Overview

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Sycamore's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 14.26 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 11.57% below the average nationwide rate of 16.12 cents. With a population of 114 residents, the city is the 438th most populated city in South Carolina. Dominion Energy sells an estimated 5,283.98 megawatt hours in the city a year, which is more than any other supplier.

The consumption of electricity in Sycamore accounts for 470,146.13 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 433rd largest emissions amount in the state out of 475 cities. Averaging 4,124.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 81st worst in South Carolina for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Sycamore, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Sycamore

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.189/kWh$0.048/kWh$254.27/mo.$65.51/mo.
312th14.26¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Sycamore
299th$143.04Average residential monthly electricity bill for Sycamore Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Sycamore, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dominion EnergyBUNDLED14.21143.18,288,3531,177,942,000

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Electricity Production in Allendale County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Allendale County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Allendale County SC Solar 161,204
Allendale BiomassAllendale Biomass LLC (100.00%)
Allendale County SC Wood/Wood Waste Solids 120,972191,267,017.21,581.09
Haley SolarHaley Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Allendale County SC Solar 9,191

Allendale County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Allendale County results in 85,992,379.53 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 1880th highest amount of any county in the US. This total also results in a ranking of 3rd worst in the state for pollution per person from electricity consumption. The county has the 786th highest power plants of any county in the US, with 3 total plants. Allendale County has roughly 58.48% of its electricity produced from Solar.

SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
58.48%
WOOD/WOOD WASTE SOLIDS
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
41.52%

Allendale County, South Carolina Net Metering

Approximately 100.00% of the electricity suppliers in Allendale County offer net metering to their consumers. Oftentimes net metering regulations are enforced at the state level, and South Carolina has decent regulations for consumers interested in investing in solar panels.

Energy Loss

Energy loss in Allendale County averages out to about 5.68% of the total electricity transmitted by the 2 companies that operate in the county and also report energy loss. The US average is 2.87%, resulting in Allendale County receiving a rank of 2254th best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Allendale County, South Carolina

Providers In Each City in Allendale County:

  • Allendale, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Fairfax, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Sycamore, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Ulmer, South Carolina:
    • Edisto Electric Cooperative: 2.88%
    • Dominion Energy: 97.12%

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

FAQ

How many power plants are located in Allendale County, South Carolina?

Allendale County, South Carolina has 3 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Allendale County, South Carolina?

The largest electricity supplier in Allendale County, South Carolina by total customer count is Dominion Energy.

How many electric companies offer service in Allendale County, South Carolina?

Allendale County, South Carolina has 2 electricity providers operating in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Allendale County, South Carolina?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Dominion Energy25,143
2Edisto Electric Cooperative3,777

Matt Hope
Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2024-07-26