WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Nikiski

Alaska

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The State of Electricity in Nikiski

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

Average monthly bill

January

$688

February

$668

March

$619

April

$431

May

$355

June

$249lowest

July

$273

August

$272

September

$327

October

$431

November

$704highest

December

$635

Carbon Emissions

1,721 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,812 kWh

Where does Nikiski’s electricity come from?

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

36%

Hydroelectric

31%

Natural Gas

19%

Petroleum

11%

Coal

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Nikiski

The state of solar in Nikiski

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

$18,258

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Nikiski 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 Nikiski

Homer Electric Assn Inc

Homer Electric Assn Inc Rates

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

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
ResidentialFixed26¢

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