WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Amherst
Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Amherst
January
$551highestFebruary
$178lowestMarch
$226April
$225May
$270June
$264July
$307August
$273September
$259October
$267November
$225December
$193Carbon Emissions
588 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
863 kWh
Amherst's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, Petroleum, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 60% of Amherst's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 16%. Nuclear provides 15% of the energy in Amherst. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Amherst. Petroleum provides 4% of the energy in Amherst. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Amherst.
59%
Natural Gas
16%
Solar
15%
Nuclear
5%
Hydroelectric
4%
Petroleum
1%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
789 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,439
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
6 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.
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Amherst. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
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