WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Barrow

Alaska

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The State of Electricity in Barrow

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Barrow

Average monthly bill

January

$1,038

February

$902

March

$1,125highest

April

$800

May

$639

June

$420

July

$389

August

$353lowest

September

$380

October

$513

November

$780

December

$959

Carbon Emissions

2,653 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

2,793 kWh

Where does Barrow’s electricity come from?

Barrow's energy comes from Natural Gas, Hydroelectric, Petroleum, and Coal. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 41% of Barrow's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 31%. Petroleum provides 15% of the energy in Barrow. Coal provides 12% of the energy in Barrow.

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Natural Gas

31%

Hydroelectric

15%

Petroleum

12%

Coal

Solar energy in Barrow

The state of solar in Barrow

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Barrow can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.

Utilities in Barrow

Barrow Utils & Elec Coop, IncNorth Slope Borough Power & Light

North Slope Borough Power & Light Rates

North Slope Borough Power & Light has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential (For Nuiqsut)Fixed
ResidentialFixed17¢ to 35¢
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60) for Nuiqsut onlyFixed
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60)Fixed

Barrow Utils & Elec Coop, Inc Rates

Barrow Utils & Elec Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Single Phase (Residential & Commercial)Fixed16¢

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