WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Amherst
Colorado
Colorado
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Amherst
January
$420highestFebruary
$338March
$183April
$143May
$138lowestJune
$146July
$150August
$150September
$139October
$148November
$187December
$242Carbon Emissions
1,298 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,320 kWh
Amherst's energy comes from Coal, Natural Gas, Wind, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 31% of Amherst's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 29%. Wind provides 28% of the energy in Amherst. Solar provides 8% of the energy in Amherst. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Amherst.
31%
Coal
29%
Natural Gas
28%
Wind
8%
Solar
3%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
0 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$12,135
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Amherst 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.
Highline Electric Assn has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential - Pre Pay | Fixed | 8¢ |
| Residential – Time of Use | TOU | 5¢ to 13¢ |
| Residential | Fixed | 9¢ to 50¢ |
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