Washington County, TN: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Washington County, Tennessee Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Washington County, Tennessee Electricity Overview

Washington County is home to over 136,172 residents and produces 7,702 megawatt hours of electricity from solar sources, or 0.06 megawatt hour per capita. This ranks Washington County 782nd out of 3230 counties in the United States for solar megawatt hours produced per person.

The largest provider in Washington County by megawatt hours sold is BrightRidge.

Washington County has had a 15.75% decline over the course of the last 12 months in the usage of renewable fuels for electricity generation.

Averaging production of 1.17 megawatt hours per resident each year, Washington County ranks 31 out of 95 counties in Tennessee in production per capita.

Washington County is the 19th highest producing county in the state out of 95 counties when considering megawatt hours produced using renewable fuel types.

Washington County has the 12th highest pollution level from electricity use in the state, releasing 508,040,012.26 kilograms of CO2 gases.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,909,236 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    14.02 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    159,848 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    159,848 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    1.17 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    508,040,012 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,730.87 kg

Johnson City, TN Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Johnson City is around 13.17 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.39% more than the average Tennessee price of 12.27 cents and 17.75% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $150.28 per month, while the Tennessee average is $140.8. Patrons in Johnson City pay a 6.73% higher bill compared to other citizens in Tennessee. BrightRidge sells an estimated 227,228.65 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other electricity providers.

Around 4,071.77 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 220th worst polluter in Tennessee out of 505 cities. With total emissions of 290,903,754.7 kilograms, the city ranks 8th highest in Tennessee for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city has one power plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Johnson City

Johnson City residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.138/kWh$0.095/kWh$222.26/mo.$94.90/mo.
435th13.17¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Johnson City
295th$150.28Average residential monthly electricity bill for Johnson City Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Johnson City, Tennessee

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
BrightRidgeBUNDLED12.64140.96948,310119,836,000
Elizabethon ElectricBUNDLED12.07136.2313,41337,816,000
Kingsport PowerBUNDLED13.92166.15613,148.7785,345,759

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Jonesborough, TN Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Jonesborough is around 13.20 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.60% more than the average Tennessee price of 12.27 cents and 17.59% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. Consumers in the city pay an average monthly residential electricity bill of $150.66. This is 7.00% above the Tennessee average bill of $140.8. BrightRidge is the largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Around 4,071.77 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 220th worst polluter in Tennessee out of 505 cities. Total emissions in the city are 23,400,479.79 kilograms, which is the 101st worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city is home to no power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Jonesborough

Jonesborough residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.139/kWh$0.095/kWh$222.56/mo.$94.84/mo.
442nd13.20¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Jonesborough
298th$150.66Average residential monthly electricity bill for Jonesborough Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Jonesborough, Tennessee

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
BrightRidgeBUNDLED12.64140.96948,310119,836,000
Kingsport PowerBUNDLED13.92166.15613,148.7785,345,759

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Oak Grove CDP (Washington County), TN Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Oak Grove CDP (Washington County) is around 13.20 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.62% more than the average Tennessee price of 12.27 cents and 17.57% less than the national average of 16.01 cents. The city ranks 3rd in the state out of 505 cities for renewable energy generation per capita, with 37.36 megawatt hours being produced per citizen. There is 166.49% more electricity generated than consumed in Oak Grove CDP (Washington County), leading to potential exportation of the excess.

Around 0 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 501st worst polluter in Tennessee out of 505 cities. Total emissions in the city are 0 kilograms, which is the 501st worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. Conventional Hydroelectric makes up 100.00% of the fuel used for electricity production in Oak Grove CDP (Washington County). Oak Grove CDP (Washington County) has one electricity producing plant within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Oak Grove CDP (Washington County)

Oak Grove CDP (Washington County) residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.139/kWh$0.095/kWh$222.64/mo.$94.83/mo.
445th13.20¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Oak Grove CDP (Washington County)
301st$150.71Average residential monthly electricity bill for Oak Grove CDP (Washington County) Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Oak Grove CDP (Washington County), Tennessee

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
BrightRidgeBUNDLED12.64140.96948,310119,836,000
Kingsport PowerBUNDLED13.92166.15613,148.7785,345,759

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Electricity Production in Washington County, Tennessee

Power Plants in Washington County, Tennessee

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Oak Grove CDP (Washington County) TN Conventional Hydroelectric 152,146
SR JonesboroughSR Jonesborough II, LLC (100.00%)
Washington County TN Solar 7,715
Mountain Home Energy Center
Johnson City TN Distillate Fuel Oil 2444.5222.25

Washington County, Tennessee Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Around 3,730.87 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the county from electricity consumption, ranking them as the 2108th worst in the US. Total emissions in the county are 508,040,012.26 kilograms, which is the 12th worst total amount of pollution for any county in Tennessee. The county has the 840th most electricity producing plants of any county in the nation, with 3 total plants. When considering electricity generation, Washington County's main fuel type is Conventional Hydroelectric, accounting for 152,146 megawatt hours, or 95.18% of generation in the county.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
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Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
95.18%
SOLAR
Solar
4.82%

Washington County, Tennessee Net Metering

Of the 3 electricity suppliers in Washington County, only one of them report that they offer net metering crediting. Residents of Tennessee have nonexistent net metering laws and regulations that encourage the installation of personal solar.

Energy Loss

Washington County electricity companies who report energy loss average roughly 4.18% of their energy lost per year. The national average for energy loss is 2.87% while the Tennessee average is 2.75%, resulting in a rank of 1038th best in the United States and a state rank of 7th best out of 3230 and 95 counties, respectively.

Power Companies in Washington County, Tennessee

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Washington County, Tennessee?

By total megawatt hours sold, BrightRidge is the largest electricity supplier in Washington County, Tennessee.

How many electric companies offer service in Washington County, Tennessee?

Washington County, Tennessee is home to 3 electricity companies operating in the area.

How many power plants are within Washington County, Tennessee?

There are 3 active electricity plants located in Washington County, Tennessee

What electricity companies offer service in Washington County, Tennessee?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1BrightRidge69,583
2Kingsport Power12,848
3Erwin Utilities773

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Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2024-03-15