WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
East Sumter
South Carolina
South Carolina
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in East Sumter
January
$258February
$151March
$117lowestApril
$120May
$155June
$232July
$267August
$268highestSeptember
$177October
$137November
$126December
$171Carbon Emissions
714 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,136 kWh
East Sumter's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 55% of East Sumter's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Coal provides 18% of the energy in East Sumter. Solar provides 3% of the energy in East Sumter. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in East Sumter.
55%
Nuclear
22%
Natural Gas
18%
Coal
3%
Solar
2%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,467 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$17,784
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in East Sumter 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.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $350 | Duke Energy Progress | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | Duke Energy Progress | See Details |
| Light Fixtures | Varies | Duke Energy Progress | See Details |
Duke Energy - South Carolina has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| Residential Service (Three Phase) | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
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