WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Newark

Delaware

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The State of Electricity in Newark

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

Average monthly bill

January

$179

February

$162

March

$145

April

$127

May

$116lowest

June

$163

July

$275highest

August

$213

September

$153

October

$121

November

$139

December

$168

Carbon Emissions

1,082 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,000 kWh

Where does Newark’s electricity come from?

Newark's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, and Coal. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 91% of Newark's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 7%. Coal provides 2% of the energy in Newark.

91%

Natural Gas

7%

Solar

2%

Coal

Solar energy in Newark

The state of solar in Newark

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

861 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$16,655

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Newark 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.

Electricity Providers in Newark

There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Newark. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:

Utilities in Newark

City of Newark

City of Newark Rates

City of Newark has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed15¢ to 17¢

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