WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Meriden
Connecticut
Connecticut
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Meriden
January
$192February
$199March
$167April
$149May
$172June
$207July
$343highestAugust
$251September
$186October
$173November
$162December
$128lowestCarbon Emissions
416 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
823 kWh
Meriden's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Petroleum, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Meriden's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 45%. Petroleum provides 3% of the energy in Meriden. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Meriden. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Meriden.
49%
Natural Gas
45%
Nuclear
3%
Petroleum
2%
Solar
1%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
653 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$14,554
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
7 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Meriden 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 | Up to $2.64 | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Up to $9.00 | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | up to $2.67 | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $85 | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $750 | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $400 | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
| Windows, Doors, and Skylights | $100/window | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Up to $5.50 | Eversource (CT) | See Details |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Meriden. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Eversource Energy - Connecticut has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Rate 7 - Residential Time-Of-Day Electric Service | TOU | 10¢ to 20¢ |
| Rate 7 - Residential Time-Of-Day Electric Service | TOU | 22¢ to 34¢ |
The price to compare for Eversource Energy - Connecticut is 13.82¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 823 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 12 cheapestcheapest 12 months | 13.19¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 18 cheapest 13+ months | 14.09¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
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