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
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.
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McDowell CDP, VA Electricity Overview
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 $136.95 per month.
Emitting 146,546.54 kilograms of CO2 emissions, McDowell CDP ranks 655th highest out of 676 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,310.19 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in McDowell CDP
McDowell CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in April.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in McDowell CDP, Virginia
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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BARC Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 15.60 | 136.95 | 128,175.37 | 19,992,616.43 |
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Electricity Production in Highland County, Virginia
Power Plants in Highland County, Virginia
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Monterey Diesel Generation FacilityOld Dominion Electric Cooperative (100.00%) | Highland County | VA | Distillate Fuel Oil | 142 | 100,901.05 | 710.57 |
Highland County, Virginia Details
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.
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 Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | BARC Electric Cooperative | 2,223 |
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.