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Benewah County, Idaho Electricity Overview
When calculating by customer count, Avista Utilities is the largest electricity company in Benewah County.
Benewah County produces 3.98% of their required electricity and must purchase the additional 96.02% from other counties.
Benewah County produces 4,949 megawatt hours of electricity from renewable sources. This ranks Benewah County 837th largest producing county out of 3230 counties in the nation for total sustainable electricity production.
Citizens of Benewah County consume enough electricity to emit 2,182.07 kilograms of CO2 gases per year per person, which is the 2621st highest amount of pollution from electricity consumption for a county in the US.
At an average residential price of 11.79 cents per kilowatt hour in the county compared to the nationwide average 16.12 cents per kilowatt hour, citizens of Benewah County benefit from a 26.90% discount from the US average rate.
The use of renewable fuels for electricity generation has gone down by 41.36% in Benewah County within the past 12 months.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
124,344 MWh
Consumption per Capita
13.08 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
4,949 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
4,949 MWh
Production per Capita
0.52 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
20,749,268 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
2,182.07 kg
Recent Electricity Rates and Production Changes in St. Maries
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St. Maries Electricity Pricing Data
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Rate for April, 2024
11.85¢ per kWh
- 2.55% higher than last month
- 23.27% higher than April last year
- 3.51% higher than the Idaho average
- 29.91% lower than the US average
- 181st in the state out of 237 cities
- The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 146 since April last year
- 3,708th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has increased by 115 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 2,796 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Rate
10.89¢ per kWh
- 1.74% higher than last month
- 11.72% higher than April last year
- 4.72% lower than the Idaho average
- 32.45% lower than the US average
- 36th in the state out of 237 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 1 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 5 since April last year
- 1,450th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 186 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 783 since April last year
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Bill for April, 2024
$89.78 per month
- 19.23% lower than last month
- 8.26% higher than April last year
- 1.58% higher than the Idaho average
- 20.37% lower than the US average
- 152nd in the state out of 237 cities
- The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 129 since April last year
- 6,312th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has increased by 7,061 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 1,073 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Bill
$98.75 per month
- 0.58% higher than last month
- 9.6% higher than April last year
- 6.16% lower than the Idaho average
- 27.43% lower than the US average
- 25th in the state out of 237 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 1 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 3 since April last year
- 3,107th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 93 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 1,788 since April last year
St. Maries, ID Electricity Overview
Citizens living in St. Maries are charged an average residential electricity rate of 10.89 cents per kilowatt hour, which ranks the city 36th out of 237 cities in the state. The national average monthly residential electric bill is $138.02, while the St. Maries average is 28.45% below at $98.75 per month. Avista Utilities is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.
Electricity consumption in St. Maries results in the release of 5,893,621.67 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year, which is the 50th highest in the state out of 237 cities. This total results in 1,997.16 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, ranking the city 218th worst in the state for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. There are no electricity generation plants in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in St. Maries
St. Maries residential electric rates are highest in October and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in St. Maries, Idaho
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avista Utilities | BUNDLED | 10.95 | 98.87 | 1,364,058.54 | 149,303,267 |
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Plummer, ID Electricity Overview
Citizens living in Plummer are charged an average residential electricity rate of 11.43 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 0.01% higher than the state's average price of 11.43 cents and 29.09% lower than the national average of 16.12 cents. The city is ranked 4th in Idaho in total electricity produced from electrical power plants within its borders, with 4,949 megawatt hours generated. Plummer, Idaho Electric Utility is the largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold.
Electricity consumption in Plummer results in the release of 3,829,321.51 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year, which is the 67th highest in the state out of 237 cities. Averaging 3,692.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity consumption. Wood/Wood Waste Solids is the primary fuel in Plummer, with 100.00% of electricity production coming from the fuel source. Plummer is home to one electricity plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Plummer
Plummer residential electric rates are highest in October and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Plummer, Idaho
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avista Utilities | BUNDLED | 10.95 | 98.87 | 1,364,058.54 | 149,303,267 | |
| Clearwater Power | BUNDLED | 13.25 | 145.27 | 121,826.74 | 16,141,469.56 | |
| Plummer, Idaho Electric Utility | BUNDLED | 10.72 | 95.29 | 8,828.46 | 946,185.47 |
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De Smet CDP, ID Electricity Overview
Citizens living in De Smet CDP are charged an average residential electricity rate of 12.08 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 5.72% higher than the state's average price of 11.43 cents and 25.04% lower than the national average of 16.12 cents. De Smet CDP has the 200th largest population in Idaho, with 163 residents calling the city home. Avista Utilities is the largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold.
Electricity consumption in De Smet CDP results in the release of 325,537.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year, which is the 199th highest in the state out of 237 cities. This total results in 1,997.16 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, ranking the city 20th worst in the state for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. There are no electricity generation plants in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in De Smet CDP
De Smet CDP residential electric rates are highest in October and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in De Smet CDP, Idaho
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avista Utilities | BUNDLED | 10.95 | 98.87 | 1,364,058.54 | 149,303,267 | |
| Clearwater Power | BUNDLED | 13.25 | 145.27 | 121,826.74 | 16,141,469.56 |
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Electricity Production in Benewah County, Idaho
Power Plants in Benewah County, Idaho
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Plummer CogenStimson Lumber Company (100.00%) | Plummer | ID | Wood/Wood Waste Solids | 4,949 | 2,514,121.4 | 508.01 |
Benewah County, Idaho Details
Electricity consumption in Benewah County results in the release of 20,749,268.23 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year, which is 2663rd highest in the nation out of 3230 counties and 29th highest in the state out of 44 counties. This total also results in a ranking of 2621st highest in the country for pollution per capita from electricity consumption, with an average of 2,182.07 kilograms of emissions per person. Wood/Wood Waste Solids makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity generation in Benewah County. Benewah County has one electricity plant.
Providers In Each City in Benewah County:
- Plummer, Idaho:
- Clearwater Power: 22.75%
- Avista Utilities: 75.70%
- Plummer, Idaho Electric Utility: 1.55%
- St. Maries, Idaho:
- Avista Utilities: 100.00%
- Tensed, Idaho:
- Clearwater Power: 50.00%
- Avista Utilities: 50.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Benewah County, Idaho?
The largest electricity provider in Benewah County, Idaho by total customer count is Avista Utilities.
How many power plants are located within Benewah County, Idaho?
There is one power plant located in Benewah County, Idaho
Which electricity companies offer service in Benewah County, Idaho?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avista Utilities | 5,788 |
| 2 | Clearwater Power | 1,394 |
| 3 | Plummer, Idaho Electric Utility | 985 |
How many electric companies offer service in Benewah County, Idaho?
Benewah County, Idaho is home to 3 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.
