WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Gearhart
Oregon
Oregon
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Gearhart
January
$245highestFebruary
$221March
$184April
$172May
$164June
$158July
$138lowestAugust
$147September
$146October
$162November
$189December
$200Carbon Emissions
290 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,169 kWh
Gearhart's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Natural Gas, Wind, and Solar. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 52% of Gearhart's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 27%. Wind provides 17% of the energy in Gearhart. Solar provides 4% of the energy in Gearhart.
52%
Hydroelectric
27%
Natural Gas
17%
Wind
4%
Solar
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
$16,337
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
17 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Gearhart 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.
West Oregon 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 | Fixed | 11¢ to 14¢ |
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