WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Carefree

Arizona

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The State of Electricity in Carefree

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

Average monthly bill

January

$175

February

$107

March

$108

April

$123

May

$205

June

$217

July

$239

August

$246highest

September

$227

October

$127

November

$104lowest

December

$135

Carbon Emissions

783 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,105 kWh

Where does Carefree’s electricity come from?

Carefree's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 47% of Carefree's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 25%. Solar provides 15% of the energy in Carefree. Coal provides 7% of the energy in Carefree. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Carefree. Wind provides 2% of the energy in Carefree.

47%

Natural Gas

25%

Nuclear

15%

Solar

7%

Coal

5%

Hydroelectric

2%

Wind

Solar energy in Carefree

The state of solar in Carefree

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

2,595 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$14,767

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

9 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Carefree 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 Carefree

incentivesavingsutility 
Sealing and Insulation Products$250APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details
Smart Thermostats$30APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$200APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details

Utilities in Carefree

Arizona Public Service

Arizona Public Service Rates

Arizona Public Service has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Medium - Tier 2)Fixed16¢ to 17¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 3Fixed13¢
Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays (R-TOU-E)TOU6¢ to 33¢
Residential Service TOU Combined Advantage 7PM-Noon (ECT-2) [Frozen]TOU6¢ to 12¢
Time Advantage 7pm to noonTOU6¢ to 24¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2Fixed16¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1Fixed14¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TRANSITION ELECTRIC VEHICLE TIME-OF-USE ENERGY CHARGESTOU5¢ to 49¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN(Small - Tier)Fixed15¢ to 16¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 )Fixed17¢ to 18¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3Fixed17¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2Fixed15¢
Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays with Demand Charge TOU5¢ to 1959¢
RATE SCHEDULE R-TECH RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PILOT TECHNOLOGY RATE TECHNOLOGY TIME-OF-USE WITH DEMAND CHARGETOU8¢ to 2025¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3Fixed16¢
RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYSTOU5¢ to 37¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGETOU5¢ to 2000¢
Residential Service (Pilot Technology Rate) R-TechTOU7¢ to 8¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 2Fixed12¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1Fixed15¢
Residential Service (Saver Choice Plus)TOU10¢ to 15¢
Large Residential Service (Premier Choice Large) R-Basic L [Frozen]Fixed15¢
Residential Service TOU Time Advantage 7PM-Noon (ET-2) [Frozen]TOU9¢ to 30¢
RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYSTOU3¢ to 30¢
Residential Service Standard (E-12) [Frozen]Fixed13¢ to 22¢
Residential Service Standard (E-12) Low IncomeFixed8¢ to 14¢

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