WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Houston
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Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Houston
January
$588February
$589highestMarch
$517April
$383May
$287June
$211lowestJuly
$249August
$247September
$274October
$372November
$554December
$550Carbon Emissions
1,541 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,622 kWh
Houston's energy comes from Natural Gas, Hydroelectric, Petroleum, and Coal. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 41% of Houston's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 31%. Petroleum provides 15% of the energy in Houston. Coal provides 12% of the energy in Houston.
41%
Natural Gas
31%
Hydroelectric
15%
Petroleum
12%
Coal
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
$18,351
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
11 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Houston 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.
Matanuska Electric Assn Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Single-Phase Service | Fixed | 20¢ to 21¢ |
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