WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Tucson
Arizona
Arizona
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Tucson
January
$197February
$146March
$148April
$143lowestMay
$159June
$197July
$212highestAugust
$195September
$187October
$161November
$144December
$150Carbon Emissions
688 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,115 kWh
Tucson's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Solar, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 35% of Tucson's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 27%. Solar provides 19% of the energy in Tucson. Coal provides 9% of the energy in Tucson. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Tucson. Wind provides 5% of the energy in Tucson.
35%
Nuclear
27%
Natural Gas
19%
Solar
9%
Coal
5%
Hydroelectric
5%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,851 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$14,376
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Tucson 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.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Light Bulbs | $3-$4 | TEP (Tucson Electric Power) | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | $0.80 - $1.15 | TEP (Tucson Electric Power) | See Details |
Tucson Electric Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Demand Time-of-Use TRRESDT - Single Phase | TOU | 9¢ to 13¢ |
| Residential Service Basic | Fixed | 16¢ to 19¢ |
| Residential Demand Time-of-Use TRRESDT - Three Phase | TOU | 9¢ to 13¢ |
| Residential Service Peak Demand TRRESD (Three Phase) | Fixed | 10¢ to 10¢ |
| Special Residential Electric Service Time-of-Use Program TRRSPT - Three Phase | TOU | 13¢ to 18¢ |
| Residential Service Peak Demand TRRESD (Single Phase) | Fixed | 10¢ to 10¢ |
| Residential Time-of-Use TRREST - Single Phase | TOU | 14¢ to 19¢ |
| Special Residential Electric Service Time-of-Use Program TRRSPT - Single Phase | TOU | 13¢ to 18¢ |
| Special Residential Electric Service TRRSP - Three Phase | Fixed | 13¢ to 16¢ |
| Special Residential Electric Service TRRSP - Single Phase | Fixed | 13¢ to 16¢ |
| Residential Time-of-Use TRREST - Three Phase | TOU | 14¢ to 19¢ |
Trico Electric Cooperative Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL PREPAID SERVICE | Fixed | 13¢ to 13¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE SERVICE | TOU | 8¢ to 21¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 13¢ to 14¢ |
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