WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Meriden

Connecticut

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The State of Electricity in Meriden

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

Average monthly bill

January

$224

February

$231

March

$194

April

$174

May

$200

June

$241

July

$400highest

August

$292

September

$217

October

$202

November

$189

December

$149lowest

Carbon Emissions

416 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

823 kWh

Where does Meriden’s electricity come from?

Meriden's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Petroleum, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 60% of Meriden's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 36%. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Meriden. Petroleum provides 1% of the energy in Meriden. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Meriden.

60%

Natural Gas

36%

Nuclear

2%

Solar

1%

Petroleum

1%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Meriden

The state of solar in Meriden

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

653 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$14,554

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

7 years

Payback period

Learn More about solar
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Meriden 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.

Electricity Providers in Meriden

There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Meriden. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:

Utilities in Meriden

Eversource Energy - Connecticut

Eversource Energy - Connecticut Electricity Plans in Meriden

The price to compare for Eversource Energy - Connecticut is 14.71¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 823 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Direct Energy

Live Brighter™ 18

cheapestcheapest 13+ months
11.69¢18 monthsChoose Plan

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