Highland County, VA: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Highland County, Virginia Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Highland County, Virginia Electricity Overview

Highland County has a population of 2,229 citizens.

The monthly residential electricity bill average in Highland County is $136.95, compared to the national average of $137.21. Highland County residents enjoy a 0.19% lower average expense each month compared to their fellow countrymen.

Highland County generates 100.00% of their electricity from non-renewable fuel types. This equates to 0.06 megawatt hours per resident and ranks Highland County as the 44th highest county out of 133 counties in the state for non-renewable production per capita a year.

The 142 megawatt hours of electricity produced by non-renewable fuel ranks Highland County at 50th in the state out of 133 counties in non-renewable power generation.

Averaging production of 0.06 megawatt hours per resident each year, Highland County is 1935th out of 3230 counties in the United States for generation per capita.

Highland County uses 23130.11% more electricity than it produces.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    32,987 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    14.8 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    142 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    142 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.06 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    9,666,962 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,336.91 kg

Monterey, VA Electricity Overview

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Emitting 711,181.71 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Monterey ranks 593rd highest out of 676 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,310.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

McDowell CDP, VA Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 15.60 cents per kilowatt hour for consumers in McDowell CDP, which is 8.75% higher than Virginia's average price of 14.34 cents and 2.60% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. BARC Electric Cooperative has an estimated 5 residential customers, more than any other supplier in the city. The nationwide average monthly residential power bill is $137.21, while the McDowell CDP average is 0.19% below at $136.95 per month.

Emitting 146,546.54 kilograms of CO2 emissions, McDowell CDP ranks 655th highest out of 676 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,310.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in McDowell CDP

McDowell CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in April.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.156/kWh$0.129/kWh$136.95/mo.$108.57/mo.
537th15.60¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of McDowell CDP
285th$136.95Average residential monthly electricity bill for McDowell CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in McDowell CDP, Virginia

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
BARC Electric CooperativeBUNDLED15.60136.95128,175.3719,992,616.43

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Electricity Production in Highland County, Virginia

Power Plants in Highland County, Virginia

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Monterey Diesel Generation FacilityOld Dominion Electric Cooperative (100.00%)
Highland County VA Distillate Fuel Oil 142100,901.05710.57

Highland County, Virginia Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Coming in as the 130th worst ranked county out of 133 counties in Virginia, Highland County emits 9,666,961.87 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption. The county also ranks 1646th worst in pollution per citizen, averaging 4,336.91 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per person in the county. There is one power plant in the county. Highland County's power plants primarily use Distillate Fuel Oil, which makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity generation in the county.

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Highland County, Virginia Net Metering

Highland County is home to one electric supplier. Fortunately for customers in the county who are interested in having their own solar panels, the only supplier in the county allows for net metering. At the state level, Virginia has commendable net metering and feed in tariff regulations.

Power Companies in Highland County, Virginia

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Highland County, Virginia?

The largest electricity provider in Highland County, Virginia by total customer count is BARC Electric Cooperative.

Which electricity companies offer service in Highland County, Virginia?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1BARC Electric Cooperative2,223

How many power plants are located in Highland County, Virginia?

Highland County, Virginia is home to one active power plant generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2024-03-12