Oconee County, South Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Oconee County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

There has been a 5.37% rise in the use of non-renewable electricity sources over the past year in Oconee County.

Oconee County is the 733rd largest county in the US.

Releasing 0 kilograms of CO2 gases, Oconee County has the 43rd highest pollution level due to electricity use of any county in South Carolina.

When calculating by total customers, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest provider in Oconee County.

Averaging production of 271.55 megawatt hours per resident each year, Oconee County is 109th out of 3230 counties in the country for generation per capita.

Oconee County ranks 1st in the state out of 46 counties for total generation of electricity from non-renewable sources, with 22,206,608 of the county's 21,772,640 megawatt hours coming from those fuels.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,244,722 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.52 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    21,772,640 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    -433,968 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    22,206,608 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    271.55 MWh

Seneca, SC Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Seneca is about 13.21 cents per kilowatt hour, which ranks the city 185th out of 475 cities in the state. Seneca Light and Water has an estimated 7,834 residential customers, which is more than any other supplier who operates in the city. The South Carolina average monthly residential electric bill is $148.83, while the Seneca average is 19.85% less at $119.3 per month. This ranks the city 15th in the state for average monthly bill total.

Coming in at as the 67th worst ranked city out of 475 cities in the state, Seneca releases 35,849,136 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. This total also equates to a ranking of 458th worst in the state for pollution per person with an average of 4,104.55 kilograms of emissions per person. The city has no electricity producing plants within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Seneca

Seneca 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.
185th13.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Seneca
15th$119.3Average residential monthly electricity bill for Seneca Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Seneca, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Blue Ridge Electric CoopBUNDLED16.94170.31782,340132,556,300
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.37126.116,720,929.63831,483,919
Seneca Light and WaterBUNDLED13.0899.311,58661,002.517,978,635.01

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Walhalla, SC Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Walhalla is about 12.48 cents per kilowatt hour, which ranks the city 35th out of 475 cities in the state. Duke Energy Carolinas has an estimated 309 residential customers, which is more than any other supplier who operates in the city. The South Carolina average monthly residential electric bill is $148.83, while the Walhalla average is 14.81% less at $126.79 per month. This ranks the city 25th in the state for average monthly bill total.

Coming in at as the 118th worst ranked city out of 475 cities in the state, Walhalla releases 16,730,144.07 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. This total also equates to a ranking of 117th worst in the state for pollution per person with an average of 4,104.55 kilograms of emissions per person. The city has no electricity producing plants within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Walhalla

Walhalla 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.
35th12.48¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Walhalla
25th$126.79Average residential monthly electricity bill for Walhalla Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Walhalla, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.37126.116,720,929.63831,483,919

Keowee Key CDP, SC Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Keowee Key CDP is about 12.48 cents per kilowatt hour, which ranks the city 35th out of 475 cities in the state. Duke Energy Carolinas has an estimated 479 residential customers, which is more than any other supplier who operates in the city. The South Carolina average monthly residential electric bill is $148.83, while the Keowee Key CDP average is 14.81% less at $126.79 per month. This ranks the city 25th in the state for average monthly bill total.

Coming in at as the 149th worst ranked city out of 475 cities in the state, Keowee Key CDP releases 12,502,458.01 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. This total also equates to a ranking of 117th worst in the state for pollution per person with an average of 4,104.55 kilograms of emissions per person. The city has no electricity producing plants within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Keowee Key CDP

Keowee Key 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.
35th12.48¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Keowee Key CDP
25th$126.79Average residential monthly electricity bill for Keowee Key CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Keowee Key CDP, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.37126.116,720,929.63831,483,919

Electricity Production in Oconee County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Oconee County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Oconee County SC Nuclear 22,205,492
Oconee County SC Conventional Hydroelectric -453,817

Oconee County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Oconee County is the 43rd worst ranked county in South Carolina out of 46 when it comes to total pollution from electricity consumption, with the county emitting 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Additionally, the county ranks 43rd highest in the state in pollution per capita, which could be argued to be the more important metric. They average 0 kilograms of emissions per citizen. There are 2 electricity plants in the county, which is the 6th most plants in a county in the state. When it comes to electricity generation, Oconee County's main fuel is Nuclear, accounting for 22,206,608 megawatt hours, or 101.99% of production in the county.

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101.99%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
-1.99%

Oconee County, South Carolina Net Metering

Oconee County has 3 out of 4 companies reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. South Carolina has decent regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with personal solar panels.

Energy Loss

In Oconee County one company reports energy loss, Blue Ridge Electric Coop. They average an annual energy loss of 7.22%. The countrywide average energy loss is 2.87%. This earned Oconee County a rank of 2705th best in the US out of 3230.

Providers In Each City in Oconee County:

  • Salem, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
    • Blue Ridge Electric Coop: 50.00%
  • Seneca, South Carolina:
    • Seneca Light and Water: 43.78%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 45.80%
    • Blue Ridge Electric Coop: 10.42%
  • Walhalla, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • West Union, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
    • Blue Ridge Electric Coop: 50.00%
  • Westminster, South Carolina:
    • Blue Ridge Electric Coop: 33.41%
    • Westminster Utility: 33.35%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 33.24%

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

FAQ

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Oconee County, South Carolina?

The largest electricity supplier in Oconee County, South Carolina by total customer count is Duke Energy Carolinas.

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

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Carolinas39,917
2Blue Ridge Electric Coop35,814
3Seneca Light and Water7,860
4Westminster Utility1,515

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

Oconee County, South Carolina has 2 active electricity plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

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

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

Ginalyn Gelera
Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2023-09-30