WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Rock Springs

Wyoming

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The State of Electricity in Rock Springs

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

Average monthly bill

January

$368highest

February

$261

March

$220

April

$136

May

$116

June

$103lowest

July

$109

August

$107

September

$107

October

$114

November

$255

December

$286

Carbon Emissions

2,105 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,551 kWh

Where does Rock Springs’s electricity come from?

Rock Springs's energy comes from Coal, Wind, Natural Gas, Hydroelectric, and Solar. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 59% of Rock Springs's energy. Wind is the second largest source, making up 28%. Natural Gas provides 10% of the energy in Rock Springs. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Rock Springs. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Rock Springs.

59%

Coal

28%

Wind

10%

Natural Gas

2%

Hydroelectric

1%

Solar

Solar energy in Rock Springs

The state of solar in Rock Springs

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

$10,699

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

12 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Rock Springs 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Rock Springs

incentivesavingsutility 
Smart Thermostats$50Pacific PowerSee Details
Light BulbsUp to $3Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Heat Pump Water Heaterstier 2 & above $550Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$62/tonPacific PowerSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single PackageUp to $93Pacific PowerSee Details
Sealing and Insulation ProductsFrom $0.07-$0.94 per sq.ft.Pacific PowerSee Details
Clothes Dryers$750Pacific PowerSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) SystemsUp to $1,800Pacific PowerSee Details
Light BulbsUp to $4Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Light Fixtures$10Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)Up to $20Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single PackageUp to $3,250Pacific PowerSee Details
Light BulbsUp to $13Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Smart Thermostats$50Pacific PowerSee Details
Clothes Washers$50Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Heat Pump Water Heaterstier 1 $400Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)Up to $20Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split SystemsUp to $93Pacific PowerSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$62/tonPacific PowerSee Details
Light Fixtures$10Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$1,000Pacific PowerSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) SystemsUp to $3,500Pacific PowerSee Details
Heat Pump Water HeatersUp to $600Pacific PowerSee Details
Heat Pump Water HeatersTier 2 $600Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split SystemsUp to $100Pacific PowerSee Details
Refrigerators (purchase)up to $50Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)Up to $20Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Sealing and Insulation ProductsUp to $750Pacific PowerSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaterstier 1 $175Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Light Bulbs$10Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Heat Pump Water HeatersTier 1 $300Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Heat Pump Water HeatersTier 2 $200Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Light FixturesUp to $10Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Windows, Doors, and SkylightsUp to $10.00 per sq.ft.Pacific PowerSee Details
Heat Pump Water HeatersUp to $900Pacific PowerSee Details
Smart Thermostats$100Pacific PowerSee Details
Heat Pump Water HeatersUp to $550Rocky Mountain Power, Inc.See Details
Clothes WashersUp to $62Pacific PowerSee Details

Utilities in Rock Springs

Rocky Mountain Power

Rocky Mountain Power Rates

Rocky Mountain Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
18 Residential Service Three PhaseFixed6¢ to 11¢
40 Irrigation and Soil Drainage Pumping Power Service Single PhaseFixed5¢ to 7¢
40 Irrigation and Soil Drainage Pumping Power Service Three PhaseFixed5¢ to 7¢
19/18 Residential Service Time of Use Pilot Three PhaseTOU6¢ to 12¢
19 Residential Service Time of Use Pilot Single PhaseTOU6¢ to 12¢
37 Avoided Cost Purchases from Qualifying Facilities Non-Firm EnergyFixed
Residential ServiceFixed9¢ to 11¢

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