Electric Rates & Providers in Saluda County, SC

Saluda County, South Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

Electricity Rates, Plans & Statistics

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Saluda County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

With a population of 19,008 citizens, Saluda County is the 41st largest county by population in South Carolina and the 1938th largest in the US.

Saluda County's average residential electricity rate is 14.68 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.63% less than the nationwide average price of 15.90 cents per kilowatt hour.

Saluda County is ranked as the 1783rd highest consumer of electricity out of 3230 counties in the country with over 200,000 megawatt hours being consumed by residents living there.

When calculating by number of customers, Dominion Energy is the largest supplier in Saluda County.

Saluda County is the 18th highest polluting county in South Carolina when considering emissions per person.

Saluda County saw a 0.83% decrease in CO2 emissions per capita in the last year.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    295,082 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.52 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    78,019,278 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,104.55 kg

Saluda, SC Electricity Overview

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Saluda's citizens are billed an average residential electricity rate of 14.77 cents per kilowatt hour. While this is higher than the state average price of 14.18 cents per kilowatt hour, it is lower than the national average of 15.90 cents. The US average monthly residential electric bill is $137.53, while the Saluda average is 14.00% more at $156.78 per month. Dominion Energy has an estimated 208 residential customers, more than all other vendors in the city.

Emitting 13,048,363.1 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Saluda is the 142nd worst out of 475 cities in South Carolina for total pollution from electricity use. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 emissions per capita, which amounts to 4,104.55 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. This measurement ranks Saluda as the 117th highest polluting city in the state. The city has zero electricity generation plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Saluda

Saluda 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.
326th14.77¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Saluda
376th$156.78Average residential monthly electricity bill for Saluda Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Saluda, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Aiken Electric CooperativeBUNDLED14.61163.69641,27593,692,600
Dominion EnergyBUNDLED15.13152.538,193,3991,239,725,000

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Ward, SC Electricity Overview

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Ward's citizens are billed an average residential electricity rate of 14.93 cents per kilowatt hour. While this is higher than the state average price of 14.18 cents per kilowatt hour, it is lower than the national average of 15.90 cents. Citizens in the city pay an average monthly residential power bill of $149.87. This is 0.70% more than the state average bill of $148.83. The city experiences an average of 1.12 electrical outages per consumer per year. These outages are an average of 125.36 minutes. In comparison, the US average is 1.27 outages per consumer and 137.24 minutes per outage.

Emitting 890,687.26 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Ward is the 402nd worst out of 475 cities in South Carolina for total pollution from electricity use. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 emissions per capita, which amounts to 4,104.55 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. This measurement ranks Ward as the 117th highest polluting city in the state. The city has zero electricity generation plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ward

Ward 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 Ward
229th$149.87Average residential monthly electricity bill for Ward Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Ward, 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

Electricity Production in Saluda County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Saluda County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Beulah SolarBeulah Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Batesburg-Leesville SC Solar 13,520

Saluda County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Coming in as the 2024th worst ranked county in the nation, Saluda County releases 78,019,278.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. Averaging 4,104.55 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the county ranks 1945th highest for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. The county has one power producing plant.

Saluda County, South Carolina Net Metering

Roughly 100.00% of the electricity providers in Saluda County offer net metering to their customers. The state has above average net metering and feed in tariffs that make solar and other types of electricity generation more affordable.

Energy Loss

There are 3 electricity companies in Saluda County that report energy loss, including Dominion Energy, Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative, and Aiken Electric Cooperative. Combined, these 3 electricity providers average an annual energy loss of 4.09% of electricity produced. The nationwide average is 2.87%, meaning Saluda County ranks 978th best in the country for energy loss efficiency.

FAQ

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

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Dominion Energy28,200
2Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative17,065
3Aiken Electric Cooperative3,397
4Duke Energy Carolinas1,280

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

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

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

Saluda County, South Carolina has 4 electricity companies serving consumers in the area.

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

There is one active electricity plant located in Saluda County, South Carolina

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