Alexandria city, Virginia Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Alexandria city, Virginia Electricity Overview
There was a 3.81% decline in CO2 emissions per capita in the most recent year in Alexandria city.
Non-renewable fuels are used in the generation of 55.00% of the megawatt hours produced in Alexandria city, ranking it 722nd in the United States out of 3230 counties for total megawatt hours generated from non-renewable fuel sources.
Alexandria city has emissions of 6,048.39 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases, compared to the nationwide average of 4,159.32.
Alexandria city averages 0.43 megawatt hours per person produced from renewable electricity sources, which is 45th highest in the statecounties.
Alexandria city ranks 13th out of 133 counties in the state for total consumption, with its residents using 2,327,286.46 megawatt hours.
When calculating by total customers, Dominion Energy is the largest provider in Alexandria city.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
2,327,286 MWh
Consumption per Capita
14.96 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
147,701 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
66,466 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
81,235 MWh
Production per Capita
0.95 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
940,676,511 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
6,048.39 kg
Alexandria, VA Electricity Overview
Alexandria's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 13.86 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 2.95% lower than Virginia's average rate of 14.28 cents and 13.44% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Dominion Energy is the largest electricity provider in the city based on total residential customers. Alexandria electricity customers use 1575.67% of the electricity generated within the city limits and the city must use megawatt hours produced in rural areas or other nearby cities to account for the difference.
Emissions in Alexandria average 6,048.39 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity use, which ranks them as the 6th worst polluting city out of 676 cities in Virginia based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of the city from electricity consumption is 940,676,510.94 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 6th largest emissions amount in Virginia. Roughly 55.00% of Alexandria's electricity is generated using Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste. Alexandria is home to one electricity producing plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Alexandria
Alexandria residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Alexandria, Virginia
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominion Energy | BUNDLED | 13.86 | 134.88 | 27,563,754.42 | 3,819,402,584 | |
| Strategic Energy LLC | ENERGY | |||||
| Texas Retail Energy | ENERGY |
Zips with electric coverage in Alexandria, Virginia include: 22304, 22314, 22312, 22206, 22311, 22302, 22305, 22301
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Electricity Production in Alexandria city, Virginia
Power Plants in Alexandria city, Virginia
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Covanta Alexandria/Arlington EnergyCovanta (100.00%) | Alexandria | VA | Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste | 147,701 | 308,188,078.8 | 2,086.57 |
Alexandria city, Virginia Details
Emissions in Alexandria city average 6,048.39 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 916th worst polluting county in the country based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic, the total pollution of the county from electricity consumption is 940,676,510.94 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 361st highest amount in the nation. Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste is the primary fuel type in Alexandria city, with 55.00% of electricity generation coming from the fuel. Alexandria city has one power generation plant within its borders.
FAQ
How many power plants are in Alexandria city, Virginia?
There is one power plant located in Alexandria city, Virginia
How many electric companies offer service in Alexandria city, Virginia?
There are 3 electricity suppliers serving consumers in Alexandria city, Virginia.
What electricity company is the largest provider in Alexandria city, Virginia?
By total megawatt hours sold, Dominion Energy is the largest electricity provider in Alexandria city, Virginia.
Which electricity companies offer service in Alexandria city, Virginia?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dominion Energy | 2,166 |
| 2 | Strategic Energy LLC | 1 |
