WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Altoona

Alabama

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The State of Electricity in Altoona

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

Average monthly bill

January

$266highest

February

$180

March

$149

April

$142lowest

May

$151

June

$160

July

$177

August

$166

September

$156

October

$148

November

$147

December

$190

Carbon Emissions

821 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,023 kWh

Where does Altoona’s electricity come from?

Altoona's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 50% of Altoona's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 28%. Coal provides 14% of the energy in Altoona. Hydroelectric provides 8% of the energy in Altoona.

50%

Natural Gas

28%

Nuclear

14%

Coal

8%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Altoona

The state of solar in Altoona

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

$13,515

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Utilities in Altoona

Alabama PowerTennessee Valley Authority

Alabama Power Rates

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

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed15¢ to 16¢
Rate RTA EnergyTOU13¢ to 33¢
Rate RTA DemandTOU13¢ to 150¢
FAMILY DWELLING - RESIDENTIAL SERVICE DEMANDTOU10¢ to 800¢

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