WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Kaktovik

Alaska

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The State of Electricity in Kaktovik

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

Average monthly bill

January

$1,109

February

$1,002

March

$1,226highest

April

$878

May

$697

June

$459

July

$427

August

$383lowest

September

$411

October

$569

November

$853

December

$1,029

Carbon Emissions

2,756 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

2,902 kWh

Where does Kaktovik’s electricity come from?

Kaktovik's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Natural Gas, Petroleum, Coal, and Wind. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 36% of Kaktovik's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 31%. Petroleum provides 19% of the energy in Kaktovik. Coal provides 11% of the energy in Kaktovik. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Kaktovik.

36%

Hydroelectric

31%

Natural Gas

19%

Petroleum

11%

Coal

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Kaktovik

The state of solar in Kaktovik

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

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Kaktovik 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.

Utilities in Kaktovik

North Slope Borough Power & Light

North Slope Borough Power & Light Rates

North Slope Borough Power & Light has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential (For Nuiqsut)Fixed
ResidentialFixed17¢ to 35¢
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60) for Nuiqsut onlyFixed
Aged or Handicapped(seniors over 60)Fixed

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