WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Howard

South Dakota

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The State of Electricity in Howard

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

Average monthly bill

January

$322highest

February

$304

March

$152

April

$127

May

$106

June

$103lowest

July

$115

August

$113

September

$105

October

$114

November

$170

December

$266

Carbon Emissions

221 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,302 kWh

Where does Howard’s electricity come from?

Howard's energy comes from Wind, Hydroelectric, Coal, Natural Gas, and Solar. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 68% of Howard's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 20%. Coal provides 6% of the energy in Howard. Natural Gas provides 4% of the energy in Howard. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Howard.

68%

Wind

20%

Hydroelectric

6%

Coal

4%

Natural Gas

2%

Solar

Solar energy in Howard

The state of solar in Howard

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

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Energy generated by average sized system

$11,847

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

11 years

Payback period

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Utilities in Howard

Xcel Energy - South Dakota

Xcel Energy - South Dakota Rates

Xcel Energy - South Dakota has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
RESIDENTIAL HEAT PUMP SERVICEFixed9¢ to 11¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE(Electric Space Heating)Fixed9¢ to 13¢
ENERGY CONTROLLED SERVICE (NON-DEMAND METERED)- OptionalFixed8¢ to 13¢
RESIDENTIAL TIME OF DAY SERVICE(Electric Space Heating)TOU7¢ to 24¢
RESIDENTIAL TIME OF DAY SERVICE(Without Electric Space Heating)TOU7¢ to 24¢
ENERGY CONTROLLED SERVICE (NON-DEMAND METERED)-StandardFixed
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE(Without Electric Space Heating)Fixed11¢ to 13¢

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