WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Sun Lakes

Arizona

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The State of Electricity in Sun Lakes

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

Average monthly bill

January

$184

February

$136lowest

March

$137

April

$137

May

$169

June

$211

July

$234highest

August

$218

September

$198

October

$167

November

$136lowest

December

$140

Carbon Emissions

718 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,165 kWh

Where does Sun Lakes’s electricity come from?

Sun Lakes's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 41% of Sun Lakes's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 30%. Solar provides 11% of the energy in Sun Lakes. Coal provides 10% of the energy in Sun Lakes. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Sun Lakes. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Sun Lakes.

41%

Natural Gas

30%

Nuclear

11%

Solar

10%

Coal

5%

Hydroelectric

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Sun Lakes

The state of solar in Sun Lakes

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

2,621 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$15,686

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

9 years

Payback period

Learn More about solar in Sun Lakes
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Sun Lakes 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 Sun Lakes

incentivesavingsutility 
Clothes Washers$50Salt River ProjectSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Light Bulbs$1-$3/eaSalt River ProjectSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Products$600Salt River ProjectSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$200Salt River ProjectSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Clothes Dryers$50Salt River ProjectSee Details
Dishwashers$50Salt River ProjectSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$125Salt River ProjectSee Details
Smart Thermostats$50/eaSalt River ProjectSee Details

Utilities in Sun Lakes

Salt River Project Rates

Salt River Project has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-DAY SERVICE WITH SUPER OFF-PEAK HOURSTOU5¢ to 37¢
E-26 STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU9¢ to 26¢
STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU9¢ to 26¢
STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed10¢ to 14¢
PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE (4-7PM)TOU9¢ to 36¢
M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR PRE-PAY RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed10¢ to 14¢
E-21 PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU8¢ to 35¢
PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL DEMAND RATE SERVICE (Amp Service 200+)TOU5¢ to 3359¢
E-27 P Pilot Price Plan for Residential Demand Rate ServiceTOU4¢ to 7¢
Daytime Saver PilotTOU4¢ to 36¢
E-24 M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL PRE-PAY TIME-OF-USE SERVICEFixed8¢ to 12¢
E-24 M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR PRE-PAY RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed9¢ to 13¢
E-29 Residential Electric Vehicle Price PlanTOU7¢ to 25¢
PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE (3-6PM)TOU9¢ to 36¢
PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL DEMAND RATE SERVICE (Amp Service 0-200)TOU5¢ to 3359¢
E-23 Standard Price Plan for Residential ServiceTOU10¢ to 14¢
E-22 - PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU8¢ to 35¢

Ocotillo Water Conserv. Dist. Rates

Ocotillo Water Conserv. Dist. has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed

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