Salem city, Virginia Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Salem city, Virginia Electricity Overview
Salem city is the 69th most populated county in Virginia, with 25,335 residents residing within the county's borders.
Citizens of Salem city use enough electricity to release 4,313.31 kilograms of CO2 gases per year per person, compared to the statewide average of 4,547.
As the 48th highest county in the state for non-renewable production per capita, Salem city produces 0.01 megawatt hours per person a year.
While the national average residential rate of electricity is 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, Salem city's average price is 11.52% below that at 14.17 cents per kilowatt hour.
Non-renewable fuel types are used in the generation of 100.00% of the megawatt hours produced in Salem city, ranking it 1103rd in the United States out of 3230 counties for total megawatt hours generated from non-renewable sources.
The use of non-renewable fuels in electricity production in Salem city has declined by 39.93% over the past 12 months.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
374,930 MWh
Consumption per Capita
14.8 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
170 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
170 MWh
Production per Capita
0.01 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
109,277,667 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
4,313.31 kg
Salem, VA Electricity Overview
Salem's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 14.17 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 11.52% below the average nationwide electricity rate of 16.01 cents. The city produces over 0 megawatt hours from its electrical power plants, which is the 39th most in total generation for any city in the state. Salem electricity customers consume 220547.15% of the electricity generated within the city limits and the city must use electricity produced in rural areas or other nearby cities to make up for the excess usage.
The consumption of electricity in Salem accounts for 109,277,666.94 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 46th largest emissions amount in the state out of 676 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 22nd worst in Virginia for emissions per capita. Approximately 100.00% of Salem's electricity is generated using Distillate Fuel Oil. Salem has the 3rd most power generation plants of any city in Virginia, with 3 total plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Salem
Salem residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Salem, Virginia
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Appalachian Power Company | BUNDLED | 15.84 | 165.23 | 5,783,168 | 916,154,000 | |
Craig-Botetourt Electric Coop | BUNDLED | 17.35 | 169.21 | 70,428.29 | 12,221,432.1 | |
Salem, Virginia Electric Utility | BUNDLED | 12.37 | 118.16 | 170 | 128,984 | 15,953,900 |
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Electricity Production in Salem city, Virginia
Power Plants in Salem city, Virginia
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Salem Electric DepartmentSalem, Virginia Electric Utility (100.00%) | Salem | VA | Distillate Fuel Oil | 77 | 58,229.24 | 756.22 | ||
Salem Water PlantSalem, Virginia Electric Utility (100.00%) | Salem | VA | Distillate Fuel Oil | 60 | 44,449.8 | 740.83 | ||
Salem Street DeptSalem, Virginia Electric Utility (100.00%) | Salem | VA | Distillate Fuel Oil | 35 | 27,114.38 | 774.7 |
Salem city, Virginia Details
Electricity consumption in Salem city results in 109,277,666.94 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 1677th highest amount of any county in the US. This total also results in a ranking of 40th worst in the state for pollution per person from electricity consumption. The county has the 840th highest power plants of any county in the US, with 3 total plants. Salem city has roughly 100.00% of its electricity produced from Distillate Fuel Oil.
FAQ
How many power plants are located in Salem city, Virginia?
Salem city, Virginia has 3 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity company is the largest provider in Salem city, Virginia?
The largest electricity supplier in Salem city, Virginia by total customer count is Salem, Virginia Electric Utility.
How many electric companies offer service in Salem city, Virginia?
Salem city, Virginia has 5 electricity providers operating in the area.
Which electricity companies offer service in Salem city, Virginia?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Salem, Virginia Electric Utility | 13,364 |
2 | Appalachian Power Company | 719 |
3 | Craig-Botetourt Electric Coop | 1 |
4 | Strategic Energy LLC | 1 |