WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Tempe
Arizona
Arizona
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Tempe
January
$125February
$116lowestMarch
$119April
$124May
$148June
$191July
$239highestAugust
$206September
$189October
$149November
$121December
$131Carbon Emissions
690 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,032 kWh
Tempe's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Tempe's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 25%. Solar provides 13% of the energy in Tempe. Coal provides 9% of the energy in Tempe. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Tempe. Wind provides 2% of the energy in Tempe.
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.
2,126 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$15,752
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Tempe 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 |
| Clothes Washers | $50 | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $200 | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $75-$225/ton | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $50 | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50/ea | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $75-$225/ton | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $30 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $225/ton | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $75-$225/ton | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | $1-$3/ea | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $125 | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $250 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $75-$225/ton | Salt River Project | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $600 | Salt River Project | 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 |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Small - Tier 1) | Fixed | 13¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 ) | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2 | Fixed | 15¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TRANSITION ELECTRIC VEHICLE TIME-OF-USE ENERGY CHARGES | TOU | 5¢ to 49¢ |
| Residential Service (Pilot Technology Rate) R-Tech | TOU | 7¢ to 8¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYS | TOU | 5¢ to 37¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 5¢ to 2000¢ |
| Residential Service (Saver Choice Plus) | TOU | 10¢ to 15¢ |
| 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 Service TOU Combined Advantage 7PM-Noon (ECT-2) [Frozen] | TOU | 6¢ to 12¢ |
| TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 4¢ to 1959¢ |
| Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays (R-TOU-E) | TOU | 6¢ to 33¢ |
| RATE SCHEDULE R-TECH RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PILOT TECHNOLOGY RATE TECHNOLOGY TIME-OF-USE WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 8¢ to 2025¢ |
| 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) Large Tier 3 | Fixed | 16¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 2 | Fixed | 12¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Medium - Tier 2) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Residential Service Standard (E-12) [Frozen] | Fixed | 13¢ to 22¢ |
| 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 (R-1) Small Tier 1 | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays with Demand Charge | TOU | 5¢ to 1959¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 ) | Fixed | 15¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN(Small - Tier) | Fixed | 15¢ to 16¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1 | Fixed | 14¢ |
Salt River Project has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| E-29 Residential Electric Vehicle Price Plan | TOU | 7¢ to 25¢ |
| STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SERVICE | Fixed | 10¢ to 14¢ |
| PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE (3-6PM) | TOU | 9¢ to 36¢ |
| E-21 PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE | TOU | 8¢ to 35¢ |
| M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR PRE-PAY RESIDENTIAL SERVICE | Fixed | 10¢ to 14¢ |
| PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-DAY SERVICE WITH SUPER OFF-PEAK HOURS | TOU | 5¢ to 37¢ |
| E-26 STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE | TOU | 9¢ to 26¢ |
| E-22 - PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE | TOU | 8¢ to 35¢ |
| E-23 Standard Price Plan for Residential Service | TOU | 10¢ to 14¢ |
| PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL DEMAND RATE SERVICE (Amp Service 200+) | TOU | 5¢ to 3359¢ |
| PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE (4-7PM) | TOU | 9¢ to 36¢ |
| Daytime Saver Pilot | TOU | 4¢ to 36¢ |
| E-24 M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR PRE-PAY RESIDENTIAL SERVICE | Fixed | 9¢ to 13¢ |
| E-24 M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL PRE-PAY TIME-OF-USE SERVICE | Fixed | 8¢ to 12¢ |
| STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE | TOU | 9¢ to 26¢ |
| PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL DEMAND RATE SERVICE (Amp Service 0-200) | TOU | 5¢ to 3359¢ |
| E-27 P Pilot Price Plan for Residential Demand Rate Service | TOU | 4¢ to 7¢ |
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