WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Gilchrist
Oregon
Oregon
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Gilchrist
January
$289highestFebruary
$231March
$174April
$160May
$132June
$117lowestJuly
$124August
$123September
$122October
$136November
$184December
$230Carbon Emissions
423 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,148 kWh
Gilchrist's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Natural Gas, Wind, and Solar. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 45% of Gilchrist's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 40%. Wind provides 11% of the energy in Gilchrist. Solar provides 3% of the energy in Gilchrist.
45%
Hydroelectric
40%
Natural Gas
11%
Wind
3%
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
$12,067
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
13 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Gilchrist 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.
Midstate 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 Rate | Fixed | 8¢ to 125¢ |
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