Greenville County, SC: Electric Rates From 4 Providers

Greenville County, South Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Greenville County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

There was a 0.24% decrease in CO2 emissions per capita in the previous year in Greenville County.

Greenville County emitted 2,234,042,286.57 kilograms of CO2 gases from electricity use, which ranks them as the 3rd worst polluting county in the state.

Greenville County generates 6,945 megawatt hours from solar energy, making it 28th out of 46 counties in the state for total megawatt hours generated using solar power sources.

The US average residential rate per kilowatt hour sits at 16.01 cents, while residents of Greenville County enjoy an average rate that is 17.92% less at 13.14 cents per kilowatt hour.

As the 1622nd largest generator of electricity in the country out of 3230 counties, Greenville County produces 32,414 megawatt hours of electricity from various fuel types.

Greenville County averages 0.06 megawatt hours per person produced from renewable electricity sources, which is 39th highest in South Carolina.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    8,534,195 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.57 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    32,414 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    32,414 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.06 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    2,234,042,287 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,077.09 kg

Greenville, SC Electricity Overview

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On average, Greenville's residents spend 12.67 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 10.15% less than the average South Carolina price of 14.10 cents and 20.91% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 2,363 residential customers, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $128.14 per month, while the South Carolina average is $146.55. Customers in the city enjoy a 12.56% markdown compared to other citizens of the state.

Emitting 295,226,330.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Greenville ranks 6th worst out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. This total also results in a ranking of 184th highest in South Carolina for pollution per capita with an average of 4,082.79 kilograms of emissions per resident. The city has one electricity plant within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Greenville

Greenville 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.
39th12.67¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Greenville
27th$128.14Average residential monthly electricity bill for Greenville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Greenville, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.55126.926,711,930.66842,292,516

Zips with electric coverage in Greenville, South Carolina include: 29607, 29605, 29615, 29611, 29609, 29601, 29614

Greer, SC Electricity Overview

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On average, Greer's residents spend 12.63 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 10.39% less than the average South Carolina price of 14.10 cents and 21.13% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 19,063 residential customers, Greer CPW is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $122.92 per month, while the South Carolina average is $146.55. Customers in the city enjoy a 16.13% markdown compared to other citizens of the state.

Emitting 143,514,046.85 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Greer ranks 13th worst out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,082.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. All of the electricity consumed in Greer has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, since there are no electricity production sources within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Greer

Greer 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.
32nd12.63¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Greer
21st$122.92Average residential monthly electricity bill for Greer Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Greer, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.55126.926,711,930.66842,292,516
Greer CPWBUNDLED12.53113.63221,59127,766,000
Laurens Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.85149.75727,009100,715,000

Zips with electric coverage in Greer, South Carolina include: 29651, 29687, 29650, 29334, 29388, 29365

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Mauldin, SC Electricity Overview

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On average, Mauldin's residents spend 12.71 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 9.83% less than the average South Carolina price of 14.10 cents and 20.64% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 955 residential customers, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $128.95 per month, while the South Carolina average is $146.55. Customers in the city enjoy a 12.01% markdown compared to other citizens of the state.

Emitting 100,987,737.16 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Mauldin ranks 18th worst out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,082.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. All of the electricity consumed in Mauldin has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, since there are no electricity production sources within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Mauldin

Mauldin 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.
126th12.71¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Mauldin
129th$128.95Average residential monthly electricity bill for Mauldin Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Mauldin, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.55126.926,711,930.66842,292,516
Laurens Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.85149.75727,009100,715,000

Zips with electric coverage in Mauldin, South Carolina include: 29681, 29607, 29605, 29680, 29662

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Electricity Production in Greenville County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Greenville County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Hollidays Bridge HydroNorthbrook Carolina Hydro LLC (100.00%)
Greenville County SC Conventional Hydroelectric 10,614
Enoree Phase II Landfill Gas RecoveryEnerdyne Power Systems Inc (100.00%)
Greenville County SC Landfill Gas 7,6695,376,175.43701.03
Saluda DamNorthbrook Carolina Hydro LLC (100.00%)
Berea CDP SC Conventional Hydroelectric 6,674
Berry Road SolarRPSC Solar 3, LLC (100.00%)
Greenville County SC Solar 3,533
White Horse Solar ARPSC Solar 7, LLC (100.00%)
Gantt CDP SC Solar 3,412
Piedmont Hydro Power ProjectEnel Green Power (100.00%)
Piedmont CDP SC Conventional Hydroelectric 512

Greenville County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity use in Greenville County results in the release of 2,234,042,286.57 kilograms of CO2 pollution a year, which is 132nd highest amount in the United States out of 3230 counties and 3rd highest in South Carolina out of 46 counties. Averaging 4,077.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the county ranks 1808th worst for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. About 54.91% of electricity in Greenville County comes from generation using Conventional Hydroelectric. Also used is Landfill Gas at 23.66% and Solar at 21.43%. Greenville County has 6 electricity generation plants, which is 389th most in the US.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
54.91%
LANDFILL GAS
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
Landfill Gas
23.66%
SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
21.43%

Greenville County, South Carolina Net Metering

About 100.00% of the electric companies in Greenville County offer net metering to their consumers. At the state level, South Carolina has above average net metering and feed in tariff legislation.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for electricity companies in Greenville County is 6.25%. This includes data from 3 providers, including Greer CPW, Laurens Electric Cooperative, and Blue Ridge Electric Coop. The United States average for energy loss is 2.87% and the state average is 2.57%, resulting in a rank of 2548th best in the US and a state rank of 42nd best out of 3230 and 46 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Greenville County:

  • Fountain Inn, South Carolina:
    • Laurens Electric Cooperative: 5.81%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 94.19%
  • Greenville, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Greer, South Carolina:
    • Laurens Electric Cooperative: 1.43%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 60.43%
    • Greer CPW: 38.14%
  • Mauldin, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 96.27%
    • Laurens Electric Cooperative: 3.73%
  • Simpsonville, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Travelers Rest, 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 supplier in Greenville County, South Carolina?

By total megawatt hours sold, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest electricity supplier in Greenville County, South Carolina.

How many power plants are in Greenville County, South Carolina?

Greenville County, South Carolina is home to 6 power plants generating electricity for the county and surrounding areas.

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

There are 4 electricity suppliers offering service in Greenville County, South Carolina.

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

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Carolinas62,733
2Greer CPW21,251
3Laurens Electric Cooperative7,159
4Blue Ridge Electric Coop6,954

Matt Hope
Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2024-03-21