Chester County, SC: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Chester County, South Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Chester County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

Chester County is the 17 highest generator of megawatt hours per capita out of 46 counties in the state, with a population of 32,273 and recent annual megawatt hour production of 249,877.

About 100.00% of Chester County's generation comes from hydroelectric power facilities, ranking them 154th highest county in the US out of 3230 counties for total hydroelectric generation.

Chester County is ranked 591st out of 3230 counties in the nation for renewable electricity production per capita, at 7.74 megawatt hours per person per year.

On average, Chester County citizens are accountable for 2,083.8 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, making them the 2545th highest polluting county out of 3230 counties in the United States based on per capita emissions.

The largest provider in Chester County by number of customers is Duke Energy Carolinas.

In the previous year, Chester County has experienced a 4.20% decrease in the use of renewable fuel sources for electricity production.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    505,772 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.67 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    249,877 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    249,877 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    7.74 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    67,250,551 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    2,083.8 kg

Chester, SC Electricity Overview

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Chester's citizens are billed an average residential electricity rate of 12.65 cents per kilowatt hour, which ranks the city 49th out of 475 cities in the state. Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a citizen in the city is $131.1 per month.

Chester emits 4,118.6 kilograms of CO2 pollution per citizen in the city from electricity use, which makes it the 50th worst polluting city out of 475 cities in South Carolina based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total pollution of Chester from electricity consumption is 21,758,540.77 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 99th highest in South Carolina. The city has zero electricity generation plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Chester

Chester residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.134/kWh$0.102/kWh$179.84/mo.$71.56/mo.
49th12.65¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Chester
48th$131.1Average residential monthly electricity bill for Chester Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Chester, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.65131.16,909,259.57873,886,121

Eureka Mill CDP, SC Electricity Overview

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Eureka Mill CDP's citizens are billed an average residential electricity rate of 12.65 cents per kilowatt hour, which ranks the city 49th out of 475 cities in the state. Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a citizen in the city is $131.1 per month.

Eureka Mill CDP emits 4,118.6 kilograms of CO2 pollution per citizen in the city from electricity use, which makes it the 8th worst polluting city out of 475 cities in South Carolina based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total pollution of Eureka Mill CDP from electricity consumption is 8,385,460.73 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 187th highest in South Carolina. The city has zero electricity generation plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Eureka Mill CDP

Eureka Mill CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.134/kWh$0.102/kWh$179.84/mo.$71.56/mo.
49th12.65¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Eureka Mill CDP
48th$131.1Average residential monthly electricity bill for Eureka Mill CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Eureka Mill CDP, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.65131.16,909,259.57873,886,121

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Great Falls, SC Electricity Overview

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Great Falls' citizens are billed an average residential electricity rate of 12.65 cents per kilowatt hour, which ranks the city 49th out of 475 cities in the state. Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a citizen in the city is $131.1 per month.

Great Falls emits 4,118.6 kilograms of CO2 pollution per citizen in the city from electricity use, which makes it the 50th worst polluting city out of 475 cities in South Carolina based on emissions per capita. With total emissions of 7,660,587.89 kilograms, the city ranks 207th highest in South Carolina for total pollution from electricity use. The city is home to one power plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Great Falls

Great Falls residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.134/kWh$0.102/kWh$179.84/mo.$71.56/mo.
49th12.65¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Great Falls
48th$131.1Average residential monthly electricity bill for Great Falls Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Great Falls, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.65131.16,909,259.57873,886,121

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Electricity Production in Chester County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Chester County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Chester County SC Conventional Hydroelectric 140,518
Chester County SC Conventional Hydroelectric 109,359

Chester County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Chester County emits 2,083.8 kilograms of CO2 pollution per citizen in the county from electricity consumption, which makes it the 2545th highest polluting county out of 3230 counties in the nation based on emissions per capita. This adds up to total emissions of 67,250,550.87 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption, ranking the county the 2065th highest for total pollution in the US. The county has the 25th most power plants of any county in South Carolina, with 2 total power plants. Chester County's primary fuel consumed for electricity generation is Conventional Hydroelectric. The county produces 249,877 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of the total production in the county, from this fuel.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
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Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
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Conventional Hydroelectric
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Conventional Hydroelectric
100.00%

Chester County, South Carolina Net Metering

Chester County has 2 out of 4 companies reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. Citizens of South Carolina have pretty good net metering regulations that encourage the installation of solar panels.

Energy Loss

The county has 3 companies who report energy loss. The average energy loss amount for these providers is 4.20%. The United States average is 2.87%, resulting in Chester County receiving a rank of 1059th best in the country for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Chester County:

  • Chester, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Fort Lawn, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Great Falls, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Lowrys, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Richburg, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%

* 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 Chester County, South Carolina?

By total revenue, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest electricity company in Chester County, South Carolina.

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

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Carolinas47,564
2Fairfield Electric7,109
3York Electric Cooperative2,878
4Lockhart Power Company1,438

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

There are 2 power plants in Chester County, South Carolina

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

Chester County, South Carolina is home to 4 electricity providers serving customers in the area.

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2024-04-02