WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Banner Elk
North Carolina
North Carolina
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Banner Elk
January
$334highestFebruary
$192March
$162April
$128lowestMay
$129June
$131July
$143August
$136September
$130October
$140November
$141December
$193Carbon Emissions
752 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,305 kWh
Banner Elk's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 38% of Banner Elk's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 28%. Coal provides 24% of the energy in Banner Elk. Solar provides 6% of the energy in Banner Elk. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Banner Elk. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Banner Elk.
38%
Natural Gas
28%
Nuclear
24%
Coal
6%
Solar
2%
Hydroelectric
1%
Wind
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
$14,435
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
12 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Banner Elk 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.
Mountain Electric Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Class 22 | Fixed | 11¢ to 11¢ |
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