WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Newton

North Carolina

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The State of Electricity in Newton

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

Average monthly bill

January

$185

February

$139

March

$119

April

$93lowest

May

$120

June

$181

July

$240highest

August

$212

September

$210

October

$121

November

$122

December

$133

Carbon Emissions

860 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,098 kWh

Where does Newton’s electricity come from?

Newton's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 47% of Newton's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 28%. Coal provides 11% of the energy in Newton. Solar provides 10% of the energy in Newton. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Newton.

47%

Natural Gas

28%

Nuclear

11%

Coal

10%

Solar

3%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Newton

The state of solar in Newton

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

1,015 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$17,504

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

11 years

Payback period

Learn More about solar
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Newton 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Newton

incentivesavingsutility 
Light BulbsVariesDuke Energy CarolinasSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$400-$500Dominion Energy South Carolina, IncSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$750Dominion Energy South Carolina, IncSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$400-$500Dominion Energy South Carolina, IncSee Details
Light BulbsVariesDominion Energy South Carolina, IncSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$400-$500Dominion Energy South Carolina, IncSee Details
Light FixturesVariesDuke Energy CarolinasSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$350Duke Energy CarolinasSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$400-$500Dominion Energy South Carolina, IncSee Details

Utilities in Newton

City of NewtonDuke Energy Carolinas - North Carolina

Duke Energy Carolinas - North Carolina Rates

Duke Energy Carolinas - North Carolina has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Service Electric Water Heating and Space ConditioningFixed11¢ to 12¢
Residential ServiceFixed13¢
Residential Service, Energy Star (All-Electric)Fixed11¢ to 12¢
Residential Service, Energy Star(Standard)Fixed12¢

City of Newton Rates

City of Newton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Service- Energy EfficientFixed10¢ to 11¢
Residential ServiceFixed11¢ to 12¢

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