WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Kaktovik

Alaska

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The State of Electricity in Kaktovik

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

Average monthly bill

January

$1,057

February

$955

March

$1,169highest

April

$837

May

$664

June

$438

July

$407

August

$365lowest

September

$392

October

$543

November

$813

December

$981

Carbon Emissions

2,756 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

2,902 kWh

Where does Kaktovik’s electricity come from?

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

41%

Natural Gas

31%

Hydroelectric

15%

Petroleum

12%

Coal

Solar energy in Kaktovik

The state of solar in Kaktovik

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

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Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Kaktovik 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 Kaktovik

North 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
ResidentialFixed17¢ to 35¢
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60) for Nuiqsut onlyFixed
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60)Fixed
Residential (For Nuiqsut)Fixed

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