Lexington County, SC: 4 Electric Providers

Lexington County, South Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Lexington County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

Lexington County produces 164,108 megawatt hours of electricity from sustainable fuel sources. This ranks Lexington County 8th in the state out of 46 counties for total renewable electricity generation.

Consumers in Lexington County, on average, pay $155.24 per month for residential electricity, compared to the nationwide average of $137.53.

Lexington County is 13th out of 46 counties in South Carolina for renewable electricity generation per capita, at 0.54 megawatt hours per person a year.

Lexington County consumes 386.67% more electricity than it generates.

The county is the 13th largest generator of electricity in the state out of 46 counties, producing 972,251 megawatt hours.

Lexington County is home to 304,797 people and its power generation facilities produce 972,251 megawatt hours of electricity per year, for a generation per capita average of 3.19 megawatt hours per capita.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    4,731,698 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.52 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    972,251 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    164,108 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    808,143 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    3.19 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    1,439,463,298 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,722.7 kg

Lexington, SC Electricity Overview

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Lexington's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 14.92 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 5.22% more than the average state price of 14.18 cents. Consumers in Lexington are faced with 1.12 power outages per year with outages lasting on average 125.36 minutes. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Dominion Energy.

Electricity consumption in Lexington results in the release of 94,683,749.63 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 25th highest in South Carolina out of 475 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 117th worst in the state for pollution per citizen. Since there is no electricity generation occurring in the city limits, electricity companies who service Lexington must source the megawatt hours they consume each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lexington

Lexington residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.189/kWh$0.048/kWh$254.27/mo.$65.51/mo.
346th14.92¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Lexington
333rd$150.09Average residential monthly electricity bill for Lexington Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Lexington, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dominion EnergyBUNDLED15.13152.538,193,3991,239,725,000
Mid Carolina Electric CooperativeBUNDLED14.18167.39780,548110,698,700

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West Columbia, SC Electricity Overview

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West Columbia's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 14.93 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 5.28% more than the average state price of 14.18 cents. Consumers in West Columbia are faced with 1.12 power outages per year with outages lasting on average 125.36 minutes. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Dominion Energy.

Electricity consumption in West Columbia results in the release of 70,865,048.44 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 34th highest in South Carolina out of 475 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 117th worst in the state for pollution per citizen. Since there is no electricity generation occurring in the city limits, electricity companies who service West Columbia must source the megawatt hours they consume each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in West Columbia

West Columbia residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.189/kWh$0.048/kWh$254.27/mo.$65.51/mo.
347th14.93¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of West Columbia
229th$149.87Average residential monthly electricity bill for West Columbia Residents

Electric Companies With Service in West Columbia, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dominion EnergyBUNDLED15.13152.538,193,3991,239,725,000

Zips with electric coverage in West Columbia, South Carolina include: 29072, 29073, 29170, 29169, 29033

Seven Oaks CDP, SC Electricity Overview

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Seven Oaks CDP's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 14.72 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 3.79% more than the average state price of 14.18 cents. Consumers in Seven Oaks CDP are faced with 1.12 power outages per year with outages lasting on average 125.36 minutes. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Dominion Energy.

Electricity consumption in Seven Oaks CDP results in the release of 63,870,895.96 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 38th highest in South Carolina out of 475 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 2nd worst in the state for pollution per citizen. Since there is no electricity generation occurring in the city limits, electricity companies who service Seven Oaks CDP must source the megawatt hours they consume each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Seven Oaks CDP

Seven Oaks CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.189/kWh$0.048/kWh$254.27/mo.$65.51/mo.
322nd14.72¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Seven Oaks CDP
371st$154.81Average residential monthly electricity bill for Seven Oaks CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Seven Oaks CDP, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dominion EnergyBUNDLED15.13152.538,193,3991,239,725,000
Mid Carolina Electric CooperativeBUNDLED14.18167.39780,548110,698,700

Electricity Production in Lexington County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Lexington County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Lexington County SC Natural Gas 786,439433,711,166.56551.49
Gunsight Solar, LLCGunsight Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Lexington County SC Solar 120,723
Allora Solar, LLCAllora Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Lexington County SC Solar 73,872

Lexington County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Lexington County results in the release of 1,439,463,298.23 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is 236th highest in the United States out of 3230 counties. Additionally, the county ranks 9th worst in the state for pollution per citizen, which could be argued to be the more important metric. The county has 3 power generation plants, which is 172nd highest in the nation. Lexington County's primary fuel is Natural Gas, with 83.12% of electricity generation using this fuel source.

NATURAL GAS
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Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
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83.12%
SOLAR
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16.88%

Lexington County, South Carolina Net Metering

There are 4 companies in Lexington County providing electricity. Of those 4, 4 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 South Carolina has commendable state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for companies in Lexington County is 4.26%. This includes data from 4 suppliers, including Dominion Energy, Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative, and Aiken Electric Cooperative. The nationwide average for energy loss is 2.87% and the state average is 2.57%, resulting in a rank of 1122nd best in the United States and a state rank of 16th best out of 3230 and 46 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Lexington County:

  • Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 50.00%
    • Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Cayce, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Chapin, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 98.55%
    • Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative: 1.45%
  • Gaston, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Gilbert, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 50.00%
    • Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Lexington, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 98.76%
    • Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative: 1.24%
  • Pelion, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Pine Ridge, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • South Congaree, South Carolina:
    • Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative: 1.46%
    • Dominion Energy: 98.54%
  • Springdale, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Summit, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • Swansea, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%
  • West Columbia, South Carolina:
    • Dominion Energy: 100.00%

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

FAQ

How many power plants are within Lexington County, South Carolina?

Lexington County, South Carolina is home to 3 active electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

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

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

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

There are 4 electricity suppliers serving consumers in Lexington County, South Carolina.

What electricity companies offer service in Lexington County, South Carolina?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Dominion Energy47,939
2Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative33,427
3Aiken Electric Cooperative1,786
4Tri-County Electric Cooperative533

Matt Hope
Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2022-09-27