WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Carefree

Arizona

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The State of Electricity in Carefree

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

Average monthly bill

January

$173

February

$105

March

$106

April

$122

May

$203

June

$214

July

$236

August

$243highest

September

$224

October

$125

November

$103lowest

December

$134

Carbon Emissions

783 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,105 kWh

Where does Carefree’s electricity come from?

Carefree's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Solar, Hydroelectric, Coal, and Wind. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 36% of Carefree's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 36%. Solar provides 13% of the energy in Carefree. Hydroelectric provides 7% of the energy in Carefree. Coal provides 6% of the energy in Carefree. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Carefree.

36%

Nuclear

36%

Natural Gas

13%

Solar

7%

Hydroelectric

6%

Coal

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Carefree

The state of solar in Carefree

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

2,595 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$14,767

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

9 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Carefree 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Carefree

incentivesavingsutility 
Sealing and Insulation Products$250APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details
Smart Thermostats$30APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$200APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details

Utilities in Carefree

Arizona Public Service

Arizona Public Service Rates

Arizona Public Service has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays (R-TOU-E)TOU6¢ to 33¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2Fixed16¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 3Fixed13¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 1Fixed11¢
Residential Service TOU Combined Advantage 7PM-Noon (ECT-2) [Frozen]TOU6¢ to 12¢
RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYSTOU3¢ to 30¢
Time Advantage 7pm to noonTOU6¢ to 24¢
Large Residential Service (Premier Choice Large) R-Basic L [Frozen]Fixed15¢
Residential Service Standard (E-12) [Frozen]Fixed13¢ to 22¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGETOU5¢ to 2000¢
Residential Service (Saver Choice Plus)TOU10¢ to 15¢
Residential Service (Pilot Technology Rate) R-TechTOU7¢ to 8¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 2Fixed12¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2Fixed15¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3Fixed16¢
RATE SCHEDULE R-TECH RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PILOT TECHNOLOGY RATE TECHNOLOGY TIME-OF-USE WITH DEMAND CHARGETOU8¢ to 2025¢
Residential Service TOU Time Advantage 7PM-Noon (ET-2) [Frozen]TOU9¢ to 30¢
Residential Service Standard (E-12) Low IncomeFixed8¢ to 14¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3Fixed17¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1Fixed15¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1Fixed14¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE ELECTRIC VEHICLE TIME-OF-USE ENERGY CHARGESTOU7¢ to 45¢

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