WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Sun City

Arizona

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The State of Electricity in Sun City

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

Average monthly bill

January

$159

February

$124lowest

March

$124lowest

April

$125

May

$154

June

$190

July

$213highest

August

$202

September

$182

October

$150

November

$124lowest

December

$126

Carbon Emissions

650 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,055 kWh

Where does Sun City’s electricity come from?

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

41%

Natural Gas

30%

Nuclear

11%

Solar

10%

Coal

5%

Hydroelectric

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Sun City

The state of solar in Sun City

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

2,460 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$16,100

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 Sun City 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 Sun City

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 Sun City

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

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