WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Surprise

Arizona

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The State of Electricity in Surprise

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

Average monthly bill

January

$124

February

$117lowest

March

$120

April

$124

May

$149

June

$193

July

$242highest

August

$209

September

$192

October

$149

November

$121

December

$132

Carbon Emissions

685 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,026 kWh

Where does Surprise’s electricity come from?

Surprise's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 45% of Surprise's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 28%. Solar provides 13% of the energy in Surprise. Coal provides 8% of the energy in Surprise. Hydroelectric provides 4% of the energy in Surprise. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Surprise.

45%

Natural Gas

28%

Nuclear

13%

Solar

8%

Coal

4%

Hydroelectric

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Surprise

The state of solar in Surprise

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

2,173 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$16,132

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 Surprise 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 Surprise

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

Utilities in Surprise

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

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