WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Carefree
Arizona
Arizona
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Carefree
January
$231February
$171lowestMarch
$172April
$172May
$216June
$298July
$308highestAugust
$292September
$260October
$211November
$173December
$175Carbon Emissions
931 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,510 kWh
Carefree's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 41% of Carefree's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 30%. Solar provides 11% of the energy in Carefree. Coal provides 10% of the energy in Carefree. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Carefree. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Carefree.
41%
Natural Gas
30%
Nuclear
11%
Solar
10%
Coal
5%
Hydroelectric
3%
Wind
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
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.
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| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $200 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $250 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $30 | APS (Arizona Public Service) | See Details |
Arizona Public Service has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 4¢ to 1959¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1 | Fixed | 14¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN(Small - Tier) | Fixed | 15¢ to 16¢ |
| Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays with Demand Charge | TOU | 5¢ to 1959¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Small - Tier 1) | Fixed | 13¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYS | TOU | 3¢ to 30¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 3 | Fixed | 13¢ |
| Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays (R-TOU-E) | TOU | 6¢ to 33¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3 | Fixed | 17¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 ) | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1 | Fixed | 15¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYS | TOU | 5¢ to 37¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 2 | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential Service (Pilot Technology Rate) R-Tech | TOU | 7¢ to 8¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2 | Fixed | 15¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 5¢ to 2000¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 ) | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3 | Fixed | 16¢ |
| Residential Service TOU Combined Advantage 7PM-Noon (ECT-2) [Frozen] | TOU | 6¢ to 12¢ |
| Residential Service TOU Time Advantage 7PM-Noon (ET-2) [Frozen] | TOU | 9¢ to 30¢ |
| Residential Service Standard (E-12) [Frozen] | Fixed | 13¢ to 22¢ |
| Residential Service Standard (E-12) Low Income | Fixed | 8¢ to 14¢ |
| RATE SCHEDULE R-TECH RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PILOT TECHNOLOGY RATE TECHNOLOGY TIME-OF-USE WITH DEMAND CHARGE | TOU | 8¢ to 2025¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TRANSITION ELECTRIC VEHICLE TIME-OF-USE ENERGY CHARGES | TOU | 5¢ to 49¢ |
| Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2 | Fixed | 16¢ |
| Residential Service (Saver Choice Plus) | TOU | 10¢ to 15¢ |
| FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Medium - Tier 2) | Fixed | 14¢ |
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