WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Scottsdale

Arizona

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The State of Electricity in Scottsdale

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

Average monthly bill

January

$206

February

$157

March

$154lowest

April

$154lowest

May

$192

June

$258

July

$272highest

August

$260

September

$233

October

$191

November

$154lowest

December

$158

Carbon Emissions

830 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,346 kWh

Where does Scottsdale’s electricity come from?

Scottsdale's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 41% of Scottsdale's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 30%. Solar provides 11% of the energy in Scottsdale. Coal provides 10% of the energy in Scottsdale. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Scottsdale. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Scottsdale.

41%

Natural Gas

30%

Nuclear

11%

Solar

10%

Coal

5%

Hydroelectric

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Scottsdale

The state of solar in Scottsdale

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

2,417 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$15,022

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

9 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

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Net metering policies in Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale

incentivesavingsutility 
Sealing and Insulation Products$600Salt River ProjectSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Dishwashers$50Salt River ProjectSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Clothes Washers$50Salt River ProjectSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$200APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Clothes Dryers$50Salt River ProjectSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Products$250APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$200Salt River ProjectSee Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$125Salt River ProjectSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$75-$225/tonSalt River ProjectSee Details
Light Bulbs$1-$3/eaSalt River ProjectSee Details
Smart Thermostats$50/eaSalt River ProjectSee Details
Smart Thermostats$30APS (Arizona Public Service)See Details

Utilities in Scottsdale

Arizona Public ServiceSalt River Project

Salt River Project Rates

Salt River Project has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU9¢ to 26¢
PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE (4-7PM)TOU9¢ to 36¢
E-23 Standard Price Plan for Residential ServiceTOU10¢ to 14¢
E-27 P Pilot Price Plan for Residential Demand Rate ServiceTOU4¢ to 7¢
STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed10¢ to 14¢
PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-DAY SERVICE WITH SUPER OFF-PEAK HOURSTOU5¢ to 37¢
PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL DEMAND RATE SERVICE (Amp Service 0-200)TOU5¢ to 3359¢
E-22 - PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU8¢ to 35¢
M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR PRE-PAY RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed10¢ to 14¢
E-21 PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU8¢ to 35¢
Daytime Saver PilotTOU4¢ to 36¢
PILOT PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL DEMAND RATE SERVICE (Amp Service 200+)TOU5¢ to 3359¢
E-24 M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL PRE-PAY TIME-OF-USE SERVICEFixed8¢ to 12¢
E-29 Residential Electric Vehicle Price PlanTOU7¢ to 25¢
E-24 M-POWER PRICE PLAN FOR PRE-PAY RESIDENTIAL SERVICEFixed9¢ to 13¢
PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPER PEAK TIME-OF-USE SERVICE (3-6PM)TOU9¢ to 36¢
E-26 STANDARD PRICE PLAN FOR RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICETOU9¢ to 26¢

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- Tier 3Fixed13¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN(Small - Tier)Fixed15¢ to 16¢
RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYSTOU3¢ to 30¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1Fixed15¢
Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays with Demand Charge TOU5¢ to 1959¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Small Tier 1Fixed14¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN- Tier 2Fixed12¢
Residential Service (Pilot Technology Rate) R-TechTOU7¢ to 8¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Small - Tier 1)Fixed13¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGETOU5¢ to 2000¢
RATE SCHEDULE R-TECH RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PILOT TECHNOLOGY RATE TECHNOLOGY TIME-OF-USE WITH DEMAND CHARGETOU8¢ to 2025¢
TIME-OF-USE 4PM TO 7PM WEEKDAYS WITH DEMAND CHARGETOU4¢ to 1959¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2Fixed15¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Medium Tier 2Fixed16¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 )Fixed17¢ to 18¢
Residential Service TOU Time Advantage 7PM-Noon (ET-2) [Frozen]TOU9¢ to 30¢
Residential Service TOU Combined Advantage 7PM-Noon (ECT-2) [Frozen]TOU6¢ to 12¢
Time-of-Use 4pm-7pm Weekdays (R-TOU-E)TOU6¢ to 33¢
Residential Service Standard (E-12) Low IncomeFixed8¢ to 14¢
Residential Service Standard (E-12) [Frozen]Fixed13¢ to 22¢
RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE SERVICE TIME-OF-USE 4PM-7PM WEEKDAYSTOU5¢ to 37¢
Residential Service (Saver Choice Plus)TOU10¢ to 15¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Large - Tier 3 )Fixed15¢
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE TRANSITION ELECTRIC VEHICLE TIME-OF-USE ENERGY CHARGESTOU5¢ to 49¢
FIXED ENERGY CHARGE PLAN (Medium - Tier 2)Fixed14¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3Fixed16¢
Fixed Energy Charge Plan (R-1) Large Tier 3Fixed17¢

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