Marshall County, Kentucky Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Marshall County, Kentucky Electricity Overview
Non-renewable fuel sources are used in the generation of 100.00% of the megawatt hours produced in Marshall County, ranking it 13th in the state out of 120 counties for total megawatt hours produced from non-renewable sources.
With a population of 31,662 residents, Marshall County is the 32nd largest county in the state.
Natural gas accounts for 99.95% of the electricity production in Marshall County, giving it a rank of 6th in the state out of 120 counties for natural gas generation.
Marshall County is ranked as the 1252nd highest consumer of electricity out of 3230 counties in the country with 497,648.89 megawatt hours being consumed by consumers living there.
Marshall County has accomplished a 49.00% drop in the use of non-renewable fuel types for electricity generation throughout the past 12 months, which is an admirable effort.
By megawatt hours sold, the largest electricity company in Marshall County is West Kentucky Rural Electric.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
497,649 MWh
Consumption per Capita
15.72 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
337,410 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
337,410 MWh
Production per Capita
10.66 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
255,592,841 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
8,072.54 kg
Recent Electricity Rates and Production Changes in Benton
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Benton Electricity Pricing Data
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Rate for March, 2024
13.61¢ per kWh
- 4.21% higher than last month
- 7.14% higher than March last year
- 3.94% higher than the Kentucky average
- 20.03% lower than the US average
- 413th in the state out of 555 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 25 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 43 since March last year
- 8,708th in the US out of 31,812 cities
- The national rank has increased by 67 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 579 since March last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Rate
13.14¢ per kWh
- 0.58% higher than last month
- 3.87% lower than March last year
- 2.97% higher than the Kentucky average
- 20.84% lower than the US average
- 427th in the state out of 555 cities
- The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
- The state rank has increased by 3 since March last year
- 8,063rd in the US out of 31,812 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 12 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 4,735 since March last year
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Bill for March, 2024
$132.86 per month
- 13.83% lower than last month
- 2.98% higher than March last year
- 8.35% higher than the Kentucky average
- 10.43% higher than the US average
- 406th in the state out of 555 cities
- The state rank has increased by 17 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 161 since March last year
- 22,335th in the US out of 31,812 cities
- The national rank has increased by 1,670 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 4,158 since March last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Bill
$144.25 per month
- 0.22% higher than last month
- 6.54% lower than March last year
- 8.83% higher than the Kentucky average
- 6.8% higher than the US average
- 405th in the state out of 555 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 1 since last month
- The state rank has increased by 2 since March last year
- 19,816th in the US out of 31,812 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 309 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 3,516 since March last year
Benton, KY Electricity Overview
On average, Benton's residential electricity rate is 13.14 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 5.00% higher than the average Kentucky price of 12.51 cents and 18.25% less than the US average of 16.07 cents. Benton Electric Company is the largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The Kentucky average monthly residential power bill is $133.08, while the Benton average is 8.39% higher at $144.25 per month. This is the 405th lowest average monthly bill amount for a city in Kentucky.
Benton has zero electricity generation plants. Around 12,351.3 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident are emitted in the city from electricity use, making them the 4th worst polluter in the state out of 556 cities. Total emissions in the city are 58,471,040.05 kilograms, which is the 89th worst total amount of emissions for any city in the state.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Benton
Benton residential electric rates are highest in October and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Benton, Kentucky
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Electric Company | BUNDLED | 13.23 | 138.36 | 22,732.08 | 3,006,897.68 | |
| West Kentucky Rural Electric | BUNDLED | 12.91 | 152.43 | 427,622.69 | 55,209,854.13 |
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Calvert City, KY Electricity Overview
On average, Calvert City's residential electricity rate is 14.33 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 14.55% higher than the average Kentucky price of 12.51 cents and 10.81% less than the US average of 16.07 cents. There is 750.18% more electricity generated than used in Calvert City, leading to potential exportation of the surplus. The average residential power bill for a resident in the city is $167.06 per month, while the state average is $133.08.
Calvert City's fuel of choice is Natural Gas, with 99.95% of electricity generation using this fuel source. Approximately 15,252,325.75 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption per year. The city also ranks 548th worst in the state in emissions per resident, averaging 6,040.53 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per citizen. Calvert City has the 2nd highest electricity plants of any city in the state, with 2 total plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Calvert City
Calvert City residential electric rates are highest in October and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Calvert City, Kentucky
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Purchase Energy | BUNDLED | 14.78 | 172.4 | 349,580.69 | 51,682,819.47 | |
| West Kentucky Rural Electric | BUNDLED | 12.91 | 152.43 | 427,622.69 | 55,209,854.13 |
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Hardin, KY Electricity Overview
On average, Hardin's residential electricity rate is 12.95 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 3.53% higher than the average Kentucky price of 12.51 cents and 19.40% less than the US average of 16.07 cents. West Kentucky Rural Electric is the largest electricity provider in the city based on total residential customers. The Kentucky average monthly residential electricity bill is $133.08, while the Hardin average is 14.52% more at $152.4 per month. This ranks the city 453rd in the state for average monthly bill total.
Hardin has zero electricity generation plants. Around 12,351.3 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident are emitted in the city from electricity use, making them the 21st worst polluter in the state out of 556 cities. Total emissions in the city are 7,571,345.07 kilograms, which is the 331st worst total amount of emissions for any city in the state.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Hardin
Hardin residential electric rates are highest in October and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Hardin, Kentucky
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kentucky Rural Electric | BUNDLED | 12.91 | 152.43 | 427,622.69 | 55,209,854.13 |
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Electricity Production in Marshall County, Kentucky
Power Plants in Marshall County, Kentucky
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Calvert CityDTE Energy (100.00%) | Calvert City | KY | Natural Gas | 207,515.98 | 45,100,575.52 | 217.34 | ||
Marshall Energy FacilityTennessee Valley Authority (100.00%) | Calvert City | KY | Natural Gas | 129,894 | 84,571,933.89 | 651.08 |
Marshall County, Kentucky Details
Marshall County's fuel of choice is Natural Gas, with 99.95% of electricity generation using this fuel source. Emitting 255,592,841.07 kilograms of CO2 emissions, the county ranks 52nd worst out of 120 counties in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county also ranks 597th worst in emissions per resident, averaging 8,072.54 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per citizen. Marshall County has the 3rd most electricity generation plants of any county in the state, with 2 total power plants.
FAQ
What electricity companies offer service in Marshall County, Kentucky?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Kentucky Rural Electric | 8,539 |
| 2 | Benton Electric Company | 2,493 |
| 3 | Jackson Purchase Energy | 1,803 |
What electricity company is the largest supplier in Marshall County, Kentucky?
The largest electricity provider in Marshall County, Kentucky by total customer count is West Kentucky Rural Electric.
How many electric companies offer service in Marshall County, Kentucky?
There are 3 electricity companies offering service in Marshall County, Kentucky.
How many power plants are located in Marshall County, Kentucky?
There are 2 active electricity plants located in Marshall County, Kentucky
