Fall River County, South Dakota Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Fall River County, South Dakota Electricity Overview
While the national average residential electric rate is 16.12 cents per kilowatt hour, Fall River County's average price is 12.06% below that at 14.18 cents per kilowatt hour.
Fall River County produces 78,764 megawatt hours from solar energy, making it 271st out of 3230 counties in the nation for total megawatt hours generated from solar power sources.
Solar power usage in Fall River County has risen by 100.00% year over year, with 78,764 megawatt hours being produced from solar energy during the course of the last year.
Averaging production of 11.29 megawatt hours per citizen each year, Fall River County ranks 12 out of 66 counties in the state in production per capita.
As the 1028th highest producer of electricity out of 3230 counties in the nation, Fall River County produces 78,764 megawatt hours of electricity.
Fall River County uses 30.51% more megawatt hours than it generates.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
102,791 MWh
Consumption per Capita
14.73 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
78,764 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
78,764 MWh
Production per Capita
11.29 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
4,016,408 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
575.5 kg
Recent Electricity Rates and Production Changes in Hot Springs
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Hot Springs Electricity Pricing Data
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Rate for April, 2024
14.74¢ per kWh
- 8.21% higher than last month
- 25.13% higher than April last year
- 14.77% higher than the South Dakota average
- 12.85% lower than the US average
- 409th in the state out of 488 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 7 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 106 since April last year
- 14,882nd in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 6,080 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 9,733 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Rate
12.68¢ per kWh
- 1.98% higher than last month
- 7.36% lower than April last year
- 1.8% higher than the South Dakota average
- 21.36% lower than the US average
- 309th in the state out of 488 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 4 since last month
- The state rank has increased by 138 since April last year
- 6,128th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 417 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 6,586 since April last year
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Bill for April, 2024
$97.08 per month
- 15.28% lower than last month
- 2.04% lower than April last year
- 15.94% lower than the South Dakota average
- 13.89% lower than the US average
- 121st in the state out of 488 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 8 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 65 since April last year
- 9,681st in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has increased by 5,122 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 2,213 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Bill
$96.58 per month
- 0.17% lower than last month
- 15.34% lower than April last year
- 21.23% lower than the South Dakota average
- 29.02% lower than the US average
- 30th in the state out of 488 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 149 since April last year
- 2,865th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has increased by 13 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 4,973 since April last year
Hot Springs, SD Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity rate for Hot Springs is approximately 12.68 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 1.80% above South Dakota's average rate of 12.46 cents. The average monthly residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $96.58 per month, while the nationwide average is $138.02. Consumers in Hot Springs pay a 21.88% markdown compared to the rest of the nation. Black Hills Energy is the largest provider in the city based on total residential customers.
On average, Hot Springs residents emit 2,462.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 14th worst polluting city out of 488 cities in South Dakota. At 2,462.05 kilograms per person and 3,407 people in the city, the city emits 8,388,210.74 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 23rd worst rank in South Dakota for total pollution. Electricity providers suppliers servicing Hot Springs have to turn to electricity produced in nearby towns and other areas, since zero electricity production happens within city limits.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Hot Springs
Hot Springs residential electric rates are highest in February and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Hot Springs, South Dakota
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 14.45 | 158.24 | 120,091.19 | 17,352,788 | |
| Black Hills Energy | BUNDLED | 12.44 | 92.96 | 539,809 | 67,133,518 |
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Edgemont, SD Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity rate for Edgemont is approximately 12.53 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 0.63% above South Dakota's average rate of 12.46 cents. Solar power usage for electricity production in the city has increased by 78,764 megawatt hours each year during the past 12 months, which is a 100.00% increase from the previous year. Black Hills Energy has an estimated 80 residential customers, which is more than any other electricity provider who operates in the city.
On average, Edgemont residents emit 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 427th worst polluting city out of 488 cities in South Dakota. This results in a total emissions amount of 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The city has one electricity plant. In Edgemont, Solar makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity production.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Edgemont
Edgemont residential electric rates are highest in February and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Edgemont, South Dakota
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Energy | BUNDLED | 12.44 | 92.96 | 539,809 | 67,133,518 |
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Oelrichs, SD Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity rate for Oelrichs is approximately 15.13 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 21.47% above South Dakota's average rate of 12.46 cents. Oelrichs is the 246th largest city in the state, with a population of 189. Black Hills Electric Cooperative sells an estimated 15.1 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than all other suppliers.
On average, Oelrichs residents emit 2,462.05 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 14th worst polluting city out of 488 cities in South Dakota. At 2,462.05 kilograms per person and 189 people in the city, the city emits 465,327.8 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 244th worst rank in South Dakota for total pollution. Electricity providers suppliers servicing Oelrichs have to turn to electricity produced in nearby towns and other areas, since zero electricity production happens within city limits.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Oelrichs
Oelrichs residential electric rates are highest in June and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Oelrichs, South Dakota
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 14.45 | 158.24 | 120,091.19 | 17,352,788 |
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Electricity Production in Fall River County, South Dakota
Power Plants in Fall River County, South Dakota
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fall River Solar, LLCGreenbacker Renewable Energy Corporation (100.00%) | Edgemont | SD | Solar | 78,764 |
Fall River County, South Dakota Details
On average, Fall River County residents emit 575.5 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity usage, which makes it the 57th worst polluting county out of 66 counties in South Dakota and 2891st out of 3230 counties nationally. This comes to a total emissions amount from electricity use of 4,016,407.59 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Power producing facilities in the county primarily use Solar, which accounts for 100.00% (or 78,764 megawatt hours) of the fuel used for electricity production in the county. Fall River County is home to one electricity producing plant.
Providers In Each City in Fall River County:
- Buffalo Gap, South Dakota:
- Black Hills Electric Cooperative: 10.37%
- Black Hills Energy: 89.63%
- Edgemont, South Dakota:
- Black Hills Energy: 100.00%
- Hot Springs, South Dakota:
- Black Hills Energy: 94.38%
- Black Hills Electric Cooperative: 5.62%
- Oelrichs, South Dakota:
- Black Hills Electric Cooperative: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
How many electric companies offer service in Fall River County, South Dakota?
Fall River County, South Dakota is home to 3 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.
Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Fall River County, South Dakota?
By total customer count, Black Hills Energy is the largest electricity provider in Fall River County, South Dakota.
How many power plants are located in Fall River County, South Dakota?
There is one power plant in Fall River County, South Dakota
What electricity companies offer service in Fall River County, South Dakota?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black Hills Energy | 17,474 |
| 2 | Black Hills Electric Cooperative | 4,053 |
| 3 | Niobrara Electric | 13 |
