WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Saint Simons Island
Georgia
Georgia
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Saint Simons Island
January
$190highestFebruary
$131March
$126April
$126May
$144June
$156July
$161August
$158September
$147October
$134November
$125lowestDecember
$134Carbon Emissions
803 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,064 kWh
Saint Simons Island's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 36% of Saint Simons Island's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 35%. Coal provides 21% of the energy in Saint Simons Island. Solar provides 6% of the energy in Saint Simons Island. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Saint Simons Island.
36%
Nuclear
35%
Natural Gas
21%
Coal
6%
Solar
2%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
0 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$13,170
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Saint Simons Island 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 | |
| Smart Thermostats | Single Family: 50% of cost up to $75 / Multifamily: 50% of cost up to $38 | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | 50% of cost up to $500 | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | Georgia Power Company | See Details |
Georgia Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Time Of Use - Residential Energy Only | TOU | 13¢ to 42¢ |
| Time Of Use – Residential Demand | TOU | 6¢ to 1221¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE | Fixed | 14¢ to 22¢ |
| Pre-pay Service | Fixed | 14¢ to 19¢ |
| Time Of Use – Overnight Advantage | TOU | 6¢ to 42¢ |
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