WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Desert Hills
Arizona
Arizona
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Desert Hills
January
$144February
$132lowestMarch
$139April
$144May
$183June
$226July
$279highestAugust
$240September
$217October
$181November
$137December
$136Carbon Emissions
802 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,200 kWh
Desert Hills's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Desert Hills's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 25%. Solar provides 13% of the energy in Desert Hills. Coal provides 9% of the energy in Desert Hills. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Desert Hills. Wind provides 2% of the energy in Desert Hills.
49%
Natural Gas
25%
Nuclear
13%
Solar
9%
Coal
3%
Hydroelectric
2%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
2,077 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$13,625
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Desert Hills 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.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $200 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $250 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $30 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
Arizona Public Service has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays with Demand Charge | TOU | 5¢ to 1959¢ |
| Residential Service TOU Combined Advantage 7PM-Noon (ECT-2) [Frozen] | TOU | 6¢ to 12¢ |
| Residential Service (Pilot Technology Rate) R-Tech | TOU | 7¢ to 8¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 2 | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential Service Standard (E-12) [Frozen] | Fixed | 13¢ to 22¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 5¢ to 2000¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Medium - Tier 2) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Small - Tier 1) | Fixed | 13¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 ) | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYS | TOU | 5¢ to 37¢ |
| RATE SCHEDULE R-TECH RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PILOT TECHNOLOGY RATE TECHNOLOGY TIME-OF-USE WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 8¢ to 2025¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TRANSITION ELECTRIC VEHICLE TIME-OF-USE ENERGY CHARGES | TOU | 5¢ to 49¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2 | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3 | Fixed | 16¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3 | Fixed | 17¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2 | Fixed | 16¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1 | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Residential Service (Saver Choice Plus) | TOU | 10¢ to 15¢ |
| TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 4¢ to 1959¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN(Small - Tier) | Fixed | 15¢ to 16¢ |
| Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays (R-TOU-E) | TOU | 6¢ to 33¢ |
| Residential Service TOU Time Advantage 7PM-Noon (ET-2) [Frozen] | TOU | 9¢ to 30¢ |
| Residential Service Standard (E-12) Low Income | Fixed | 8¢ to 14¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYS | TOU | 3¢ to 30¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 3 | Fixed | 13¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 ) | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1 | Fixed | 15¢ |
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