WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Benton
Louisiana
Louisiana
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Benton
January
$176highestFebruary
$118March
$112April
$112May
$128June
$143July
$145August
$151September
$127October
$119November
$111lowestDecember
$119Carbon Emissions
928 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,105 kWh
Benton's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 75% of Benton's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 14%. Coal provides 8% of the energy in Benton. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Benton. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Benton.
75%
Natural Gas
14%
Nuclear
8%
Coal
2%
Solar
1%
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
$17,062
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
12 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Benton 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 | $75 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Windows, Doors, and Skylights | $30-$80 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $75 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $75 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $100 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Windows, Doors, and Skylights | $2.50/Square Foot | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $700 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $650 | AEP SWEPCO | See Details |
SWEPCO - Louisiana has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 9¢ to 12¢ |
| Residential Service Time-Of-Use Pilot | TOU | 7¢ to 20¢ |
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