WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Pierre

South Dakota

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The State of Electricity in Pierre

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

Average monthly bill

January

$413highest

February

$393

March

$163

April

$144

May

$123

June

$118lowest

July

$130

August

$128

September

$121

October

$131

November

$208

December

$325

Carbon Emissions

265 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,563 kWh

Where does Pierre’s electricity come from?

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

68%

Wind

20%

Hydroelectric

6%

Coal

4%

Natural Gas

2%

Solar

Solar energy in Pierre

The state of solar in Pierre

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

$12,610

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

11 years

Payback period

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Utilities in Pierre

Oahe Electric Coop Inc

Oahe Electric Coop Inc Rates

Oahe Electric Coop Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Farm & ResidentialFixed

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