WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Fargo
North Dakota
North Dakota
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Fargo
January
$368highestFebruary
$242March
$218April
$120May
$96June
$95lowestJuly
$103August
$97September
$95lowestOctober
$106November
$195December
$302Carbon Emissions
2,071 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,659 kWh
Fargo's energy comes from Coal, Wind, Natural Gas, and Hydroelectric. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 54% of Fargo's energy. Wind is the second largest source, making up 35%. Natural Gas provides 6% of the energy in Fargo. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Fargo.
54%
Coal
35%
Wind
6%
Natural Gas
5%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,065 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$11,508
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
15 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Fargo 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.
Xcel Energy - North Dakota has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service D01 Overhead and D03 Underground | Fixed | 9¢ to 11¢ |
| Residential Time of Day Service D02 Overhead and D04 Underground - Electric Space Heating | TOU | 6¢ to 20¢ |
| Residential Service D01 Overhead and D03 Underground - Electric Space Heating | Fixed | 9¢ to 11¢ |
| Residential Time of Day Service D02 Overhead and D04 Underground | TOU | 6¢ to 20¢ |
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